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    Chrysophyllum cainito

    Also Known As

    • Star Apple

    Plant type

    tree, fruit / vegetable

    size

    • H: 25'-100'
    • W: 30'-50'

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

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    Chrysophyllum cainito plant details

    Chrysophyllum cainito is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Chrysophyllum cainito

    Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
    Plant family: sapotaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 30 FT - 50 FT - wide, 25 FT - 100 FT - tall
    Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
    Uses: edible, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Chrysophyllum cainito

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Caimito (star apple) Chrysophyllum cainito, Native to Central America and the West Indies, this evergreen tree is highly ornamental and produces a sweet purple or green fruit. Trees may reach 25 to 100 ft in height and have a dense, broad crown. The attractive leaves are glossy and green on the upper surface and golden brown on the under surface. Trees produce either light green or purplish colored fruit. The fruit is round, 2-4 inches in diameter, and may have a dark-purple or white flesh. The flesh is milky, sweet, and gelatinous and surrounds up to 10 seeds. Plant trees in a well-drained soil and sunny location. Season: Jan.-June.

    By: Florida Hill Nursery

    Gardening facts about Chrysophyllum cainito plant

    How to Grow Chrysophyllum cainito

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • chartreuse

    • Wildlife

      • birds

    • Fruit

      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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