Exotic Fruit Cultivation in India: Top Picks for Profitable Farming

Avocado, also called butter fruit, is native to tropical America and was introduced to India from Sri Lanka in the 20th century. It is grown on a small scale in Karnataka, Maharashtra and Kerala.

Passion fruit is a high-value and export-oriented fruit. It originated in Brazil and in India, passion fruit is cultivated in Kodaikanal, Coorg, Kerala, Malabar, Niligiri Hills and Himachal Pradesh.

Mangosteen grows well in humid, warm and equatorial climates. In India, this evergreen tree is grown in tropical areas with decent rainfall and high humidity like Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Nilgiri Hills.

Dragon fruit is popular as pitaya or strawberry pear. It comes in two types: sour and sweet. Its different colour varieties include Costa Rican, yellow and red dragon. Its flowers find use in tea.