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Ausubo

Manilkara bidentata, Mimusops balata

Medium sized, yellow skinned fruit, about two inches across, bearing many similarities to the sapodilla.

Seed Availability

Seeds are not available for the Ausubo. Please visit our seed store to view current selections. Seeds were last available in June 2016.

Description

bannerLarge, and very long lived tropical tree native to wet regions. Flowering and fruiting can occur year-round.

Hardiness

Unknown, probably to 32F.

Growing Environment

It is very adaptable to both full sun and shaded conditions. Water fairly regularly and protect from freezing temperatures.

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

Fruits are edible and eaten fresh, the more common use of the tree is as a commercial timber.

Native Range

Native to the Caribbean, and from Mexico through Brazil.

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