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White Sapote
Botanical Name
Casimiroa edulis
Also Known As
Casimiroa | Mexican apple | cochitzapotl
Specifications
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Harvest Season
Years to Bear
10 - 11
Full Sun
Regularly
Evergreen
Perennial
20' Tall and 20' Wide
Slow
Spring
White
June to Auguest
3 Years
Native to Eastern Mexico and Central America, this evergreen tree’s fruit has a reputation for causing drowsiness. Trowing well throughout Southern California, the White Sapote’s fruit ripens 6 to 9 months after its first blooms. The custard-like flesh has a flavor similar to that of a banana.
Soils & Fertilizers For White Sapote
