Planted at 2-3 m spacing within the row and 12-15 m spacing between the rows. Withstands dry periods and poor soil. During the dry months, weeding is necessary. Fertilizer recommended and pests/diseases management may be necessary after trees start producing fruit. Removal of dead/diseased branches necessary. Thinning should be done after ~5 years and lower branches can be pruned. Long lived tree.
Tree Species (Scientific Name)
Anacardium occidentale
Food
Fuelwood
Medicinal
Product
English Common Name
Cashew
Indonesian Common Name
Jambu mete, Jambu monyet
Tree Family
Anacardiaceae
Average Leaf Size (cm)
20cm
Length
×
15cm
Width
Tree Height
Shrub (1–10m)
Elevational Range (m)
0–1000m
Distribution
Native
Exotic
Exotic in Indonesia
Native to
Region
Americas
Exotic in
SE Asia
Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam
Indonesia
Java, Lesser Sunda Islands, Sulawesi, Sumatra
Coffee Agroforestry Information
Coffee System
Robusta
Arabica
Coffee Impact
Unknown
Prevalence
Unknown
Cultivation
Planted
Regeneration
Unknown
Tree Management
Tree Benefits and Uses
Farmer Uses
- Food
- Fuelwood
- Medicinal
- Product
The tree produces tannin, fruit, nuts, oil, and spice. The cashew apple is eaten fresh or mixed in fruit salads, a drink is prepared from the juice, and young leaves and shoots are eaten raw or cooked. Treats ailments of the skin, and is used for mouth washes and laxatives.
Farm Services
- Erosion Control
- Unknown
Biodiversity Benefits
Yes
Flowers attract insects.