Mata Kucing Berry/Cat Eye Fruit Plant & Tree (1.5-3.5 Ft Hei..More

The Cat Eye fruit plant—also known locally in some regions as "mata kucing" in Malay—is a tropical fruiting tree closely related to the longan (Dimocarpus longan). It is popular in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia. Here's a description of the plant:

🌱 Cat Eye Fruit Plant Description
Botanical Classification:

Common Name: Cat Eye fruit

Local Name: Mata Kucing (Malay for “cat’s eye”)

Scientific Name: Dimocarpus longan (variety or subspecies)

Family: Sapindaceae (soapberry family)

🌳 Plant Characteristics:
Type: Evergreen tropical tree

Height: Grows up to 10–20 meters tall

Leaves: Glossy, dark green, compound leaves with multiple leaflets

Flowers: Small, yellowish-white, borne in loose clusters (panicles)

🍈 Fruit Characteristics:
Shape: Small, round

Size: Typically 1.5–2.5 cm in diameter

Skin: Thin, light brown or pale yellow-green; more leathery and less smooth than longan

Flesh: Translucent, juicy, and sweet with a mild flavor

Seed: Shiny black seed with a whitish spot—resembling a cat's eye, hence the name

Taste: Similar to longan but can be slightly less sweet or more aromatic depending on the variety

🌿 Growing Conditions:
Climate: Tropical or subtropical; requires warm temperatures and high humidity

Soil: Well-draining, loamy soil with good organic content

Light: Full sun to partial shade

Watering: Regular watering, especially during dry periods

🍃 Uses and Benefits:
Edible fruit: Consumed fresh or in desserts and beverages

Traditional medicine: Used in some cultures for its cooling properties

Ornamental: Attractive tree suitable for tropical gardens

If you’re interested in growing one or sourcing seeds or saplings, I can help you find suppliers or growing guides based on your region.