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Green Sapote

Pouteria viridis

Close-relative of the popular mamey sapote, the green sapote is slightly smaller in size, with green-yellow or brownish skin and an orange-red pulp much like its cousin. Strangely, the fruit is little known outside of Central America, even though its flavor is often described as superior to the mamey sapote.

Seed Availability

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

Description

Medium to large-sized tree from 40-80ft. There is not a lot of culture information for the green sapote. Fruits take up to 9-10 months to ripen.

Hardiness

It tends to be a bit hardier than the mamey sapote, and has been grown in California.

Growing Environment

Grow in full sun. Water regularly.

Propagation

Usually by seed, but grafts can be made onto mamey sapote rootstock.

Uses

Usually eaten fresh out of hand, but the pulp is also used in making desserts and preserves. The pulp is softer than the mamey sapote. The seeds are edible and are often roasted.

Native Range

Native to Honduras, Guatemala and Costa Rica.

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