Chempedak, Champada, Cempedak

1.6m trees

Chempedak is a tropical cousin of jackfruit, known for its smaller size, soft sweet flesh, and incredible aroma. This ultra-rare fruit tree is perfect for Perth growers wanting something unique. It can fruit from 3–6 years in ideal conditions. The fruit has a custard-like texture and a taste often described as banana-pineapple-caramel. Grows well in sheltered warm spots or large greenhouses. Not widely available in WA. Doesn't handle 5c or below well.

It’s easier to manage than jackfruit: the tree is smaller, fruits weigh less, branches are less likely to snap, and it doesn’t sucker aggressively. Chempedak also has a more upright shape and less latex, making fruit cleanup simpler.

Fast-growing and can be kept under 4 m with pruning. Protect from cold winds. Limited stock grown from seed, 1.5 m tall and ready to go.

Features:

Ideal Prune Height Range: 2–4 m

pH Growing Conditions: 5.5–6.5

Shade or Full Sun: Full sun, protect from frost

Minimum Pot Year 5: 50 L

Time to Fruit Age: 3–6 years

Interesting Notes: Rare in Perth, fruits in large pots, ultra-sweet custard flesh, easier to manage than jackfruit, attracts fruit bats for pollination

LIMITED STOCK – pickup in Parkwood (near Riverton) by appointment.

Over 700 rare fruit trees on the property.

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