Chrysophyllum cainito Seeds – Tropical Fruit Tree, Star Apple
 
✅ Product Description
Chrysophyllum cainito, commonly known as Star Apple, is a fast-growing tropical fruit tree in the Sapotaceae family. Native to the Caribbean and Central America, it is prized for its sweet, juicy fruit with a unique star-shaped pattern when cut. This evergreen tree also serves as an excellent shade and ornamental tree in warm climates.
 
🌿 Botanical Characteristics
Scientific name: Chrysophyllum cainito
Common names: Star Apple, Caimito, Purple Star Apple
Family: Sapotaceae
Growth habit: Fast-growing, evergreen tree
Height: 8–20 meters (26–65 ft)
Leaves: Shiny green above, golden or coppery underneath
Fruit: Round to oblate, 5–10 cm, purple or green skin, sweet white to purple pulp with a star pattern inside
Climate: Tropical and subtropical
Pollination: Self-fertile, insect-pollinated
🌱 Cultivation Guide
Hardiness zone: USDA zones 10–11
Light requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil (loam/sandy loam)
Watering: Regular watering in dry season; avoid waterlogging
Sowing time: Year-round in warm climates
Germination: 2–6 weeks, ideally in 25–30°C (77–86°F)
Spacing: 6–8 meters (20–26 ft) between trees
Time to fruit: 5–7 years from seed
Tip: Seeds are recalcitrant – sow fresh for best germination.
 
🌎 Uses
Edible Fruit: Eaten fresh, or used in smoothies, fruit salads, and desserts. Sweet and juicy with a mild grape-like flavor.
Ornamental Tree: Shiny two-tone foliage and attractive fruit make it a beautiful feature tree in tropical landscapes.
Shade Tree: Dense canopy makes it ideal for farms, gardens, or agroforestry systems.
Agroforestry & Permaculture: Compatible with tropical food forests.
 
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