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Sapota (Chikoo)All seasonsGrafted variety (on khirni rootstock)Updated 6 September 2026

Pala

A very popular traditional variety in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu bearing small-to-medium, oval or egg-shaped fruit borne in clusters, valued for consistent local demand.

SeasonAll seasons
Maturity periodFirst bearing ~3–4 years (grafted)
Expected yield90–130 kg/tree/year at full bearing
Suitable soilLoam

Quick facts

Crop
Sapota (Chikoo)
Type
Grafted variety (on khirni rootstock)
Season
All seasons
Maturity period
First bearing ~3–4 years (grafted)
Expected yield
90–130 kg/tree/year at full bearing
Suitable soil
Loam

About this variety

Pala is a long-popular traditional sapota variety of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, bearing small-to-medium, oval or egg-shaped fruit typically borne in clusters rather than singly. It is not bred for a specialist trait like unusually high sweetness or exceptional shelf life, but its steady, well-established local demand and reliable bearing have kept it a mainstay variety for growers supplying nearby markets in these two states.

Key characteristics

    Plant typeGrafted variety (on khirni rootstock)
    MaturityFirst bearing ~3–4 years (grafted)
    Yield potential90–130 kg/tree/year at full bearing
    Disease resistanceNo special resistance claimed
    SoilLoam
    SeasonAll seasons

Yield & maturity

Maturity period

First bearing ~3–4 years (grafted)

Expected yield

90–130 kg/tree/year at full bearing

Actual yield depends on sowing time, soil, irrigation, weather, seed quality and crop management.

Pest & disease considerations

Major diseases

  • No special resistance claimed

Advantages & considerations

Why farmers may choose it

  • Steady, well-established local demand in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
  • Reliable, consistent bearing over the tree's life

Things to consider

  • No standout trait like exceptional sweetness or long shelf life compared with Kalipatti or CO-3
  • No special disease resistance claimed

Suitable regions

States this variety is recommended for — check locally, since a state can have more than one recommended zone.

  • Andhra Pradesh
  • Tamil Nadu