Mature Height: 8-10 ft.

Mature Width: 4-6 ft.

Sunlight: Full-Partial

Growth Rate: Fast

Harvest Time: October

Botanical Name: Ziziphus jujuba 'Empress Gee'

Grows Well In Zones: 5-10 outdoors

 

Ziziphus Jujuba is a nutritious fruit that has no calories that grow in a shrub with tiny

 greenish-yellow flowers. This fruit is commonly found in the southern Asian regions like 

central and southern China, Nepal, Korea, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Iran, and Lebanon.

 

Role Of Ziziphus Jujuba In Ancient Medicine

According to the medical records of China, the use of this potent fruit dates back to 2500

 years ago. One can find an extensive use of the bark, seed, and skin of jujubes in the

 preparation of traditional medicines of regions, such as Japan, Korea, and India.

 

Ziziphus Jujuba is known for its ability to relieve insomnia, stress, anxiety, and was 

used widely as contraceptive, digestive aid and as an appetite stimulant. Earlier, 

the ancient people used the fruit for the preparation of juices, desserts, and cakes.

 

Amazing Health Benefits Of Ziziphus Jujuba

The jujubes are packed with very powerful antioxidants and have all essential minerals 

and vitamins, making it a perfect choice to improve human health. Read on to know more 

about the impressive health benefits that this wonder fruit has in store for you.

 

Jujuba Leaves Fruit Trees

Leaves, Fruits, and Tree of Jujuba

 Relieves Constipation

Jujube fruits can provide gastrointestinal benefits that make it a perfect natural remedy to ease chronic constipation. It improves the processes of digestion, as it is rich in fiber content. The presence of triterpenoids and saponins in jujubes have a pivotal role to play in promoting the nutrient intake of the body and supports regular bowel movement.

 

It also prevents gastrointestinal issues, such as bloating, flatulence, cramping etc. This fruit also lowers the

 exposure of intestinal mucus towards toxic compounds like ammonia.

 Maintains Body Weight

If you are having fruits as a part of your weight loss diet, do not forget to add a few jujubes to your fruit 

salad. As the red dates are rich in fiber and proteins, and low in calories, it can cater to your body’s 

nutritional needs. Ziziphus Jujuba can also feel you fuller to prevent snacking to help you maintain ideal body weight.

 

 Fights Infections

Jujubes have a special enzyme called bromelain that is associated while lowering the buildup of mucus and 

phlegm in the sinus cavities and respiratory tracts. It can cure cold and common cold effectively as it 

is rich in Vitamin C. Having a cup of warm jujube tea with a bit of ginger and mint leaves can soothe

 the throat ache and relieves a cough.

 

 Neurodegenerative Diseases

Due to neurotrophin deficiency, neurodegenerative diseases might occur. When jujube is taken as a food 

supplement, this disease could be prevented. In the study, the effects of the supplement were studied where 

its neuronal differentiation effects were studies on PC12 cells. 

 

Cold Stratify the Seeds

Wrap the jujube stones in moist sphagnum moss and place them inside a sealable plastic bag. Leave the bag open 1 inch to allow excess moisture to escape. Store the seeds in the refrigerator for two to three months to cold stratify. Moisten the sphagnum moss whenever it feels barely damp.

 

Soak the Seeds

Remove the jujube stones from the refrigerator after the cold stratification period has ended. Place them in a bowl. The Zhong Wei Horticultural Products Company says to cover them with just-boiled water and soak them for 24 hours.

 

Scarify the Seeds

Rub the side of each jujube stone with a steel rasp until a small hole forms or gently crack the endocarp with a handheld nutcracker. This is known as scarifying the seed. It weakens the endocarp, or hard outer layer, so the seed inside will germinate faster.

 

Sow the Seeds

Sow the processed jujube seeds in individual 4-inch pots filled with sterile potting mix. Sow them 1/2 inch deep. Water each pot after sowing to help settle the soil.

 

Use a Germination Mat

Place the potted jujube seeds inside a greenhouse, insulated cold frame or indoors near a large, sunny window when growing jujube in container. Warm the pots with a germination mat set to 80 F during the day and 60 F at night.

 

Keep the Soil Moist

Monitor the moisture level in the potting mix closely because it will dry out quickly with the warm temperatures. Add water whenever it feels mostly dry in the top 1/4 inch. Water until it feels moderately moist but not soggy in the top 1 inch.

 

Watch for Germination

Watch for germination in three to four weeks. Keep the germination mat in place for another two weeks, then begin turning it off during the day. Warm the pots at night for another week, then remove the germination mat completely.

 

Transplant the Seedlings