| Madrono | |
| Rheedia madruno |
Yellow, sometimes spotty fruit with a white-translucent pulp having an aromatic, acidic flavor. Related to the mangosteen, the madrono remains a relatively unknown, but attractive fruit.
Description: A small tree, usually only to 5-15ft, but taller in its native range.
Hardiness: The madrono is much hardier than its famous relative the mangosteen, and
can survive short periods of temperatures below 32F.
Growing Environment: Trees are very salt
tolerant, but not too tolerant of acidic soils. Madrono's are slow growers
and can be maintained for container culture.
Propagation: Usually by seeds.
Uses: Usually eaten fresh, but can also be made in to jams and jellies.
Native Range: Native to wet rainforest regions from Southern Mexico through Panama.