The EVIARC Sweet is a superior jackfruit variety developed by the Philippine government through the Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau (formerly Ecosystems Research and Development Service at EVIARC—Eastern Visayas Integrated Agricultural Research Center).
Key Characteristics
Fruit
- Medium to large fruits, typically 8–15 kg.
- Thick flesh with a deep yellow to golden color.
- Sweet flavor with a pleasant aroma.
- Crisp to moderately firm texture.
- High edible flesh recovery and relatively few rag tissues.
Tree
- Vigorous growth and good productivity.
- Adapted to tropical lowland conditions.
- Performs well in many parts of the Philippines.
Yield
- A mature tree can produce 50–150 fruits per year, depending on age, management, and growing conditions.
Advantages
✅ Sweet, high-quality flesh
✅ Good market demand
✅ Thick edible bulbs (arils)
✅ Suitable for fresh consumption and processing
✅ Relatively high yield
Fruiting Time
- Grafted trees: usually bear fruits in 3–5 years.
- Seed-grown trees: often require 5–8 years or longer.
Cultivation Tips
- Plant in full sun.
- Space trees 8–10 meters apart.
- Apply organic matter and balanced fertilizer regularly.
- Prune lightly to maintain a manageable canopy and improve fruit production.
Filipino Significance
Langka is widely grown throughout the Philippines and is used in:
- Fresh fruit consumption
- Halo-halo and desserts
- Turon and other snacks
- Vegetable dishes using unripe fruits
Feng Shui Perspective
Like other jackfruit varieties, EVIARC Sweet is generally viewed as auspicious because its large and numerous fruits symbolize:
- Abundance
- Prosperity
- Family sustenance
- Long-term wealth accumulation
For residential planting, place it where the mature canopy will not obstruct the main entrance or dominate the front of the house. The Southeast sector is traditionally associated with wealth and is often considered a favorable location for fruit-bearing trees.