Indian Coffee Plant - Coffea Fruit Plant

About Indian Coffee Plant

Coffee (Coffea) is a genus of flowering plants whose seeds - coffee beans - are used to flavour beverages worldwide. Indian coffee beans hold strong prominence in the world market. The plant produces red or purple fruits known as "coffee cherries," each containing two seeds ("coffee beans").

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Bright light with some partial shade; avoid harsh, direct midday sun.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil.
• Climate: 15-30°C; does not tolerate freezing temperatures.

Planting & Spacing

Can be grown in a large pot or in the ground with adequate space, as most cultivated coffee species grow best at higher elevations but adapt to warm climates.

Care

• Watering: Regular watering, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilizer: Organic fertilizer once every 3 months.
• Pruning: Light pruning to maintain shape and remove damaged growth.

Fruiting & Harvest

Coffee plants typically start flowering 3-4 years after planting, with flowering lasting about 2-3 months, followed by fruiting in roughly 2-4 years overall. Cherries are ready to pick once fully red/purple.

Note: This listing ships a young nursery plant, not a fruiting tree. Time to first fruit and yield vary by climate, care, and region - we don't promise a fixed timeline. Raw, unroasted coffee cherries and seeds aren't meant for direct eating - beans need processing and roasting before use as coffee.