| Saurauia | |
| Saurauia madrensis |
A small greenish fruit related to the kiwi with a sticky pulp that has a strongly sweet flavor.
Description: Short to medium sized tree growing to 15-30ft. Has large and prominently veined leaves that are quite attractive to the eye. White flowers are born in cluster of a dozen or more, followed by the light green ripening fruits that often have a blush or pink or red. The fruits are small and there is some pulp containing many small seeds.
Hardiness: Exact hardiness unknown but it is freeze hardy. Probably hardy to the low or mid 20's (F).
Growing Environment: Grows well in cooler subtropical-like climates that receive minimal frost but lack intense summer heat. Grows in part-shade or full sun in cooler areas. Water regularly. Grow in well-drained soil.
Propagation: By seeds.
Uses: Fairly rare in cultivation. The fruits are said to be edible and the tree has a pretty ornamental look that suits it well for cultivation.
Native Range: Native to the Sierra Madre mountain region of Mexico.
More pictures of the Saurauia (click to enlarge)
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Ripening fruit cluster |