Common Names: Mamey Sapote, Mamey
Mamey Sapote is a spectacular, rare tropical fruit tree that produces exceptionally unique and delicious fruit. The fruit features a rough, brown, sandpaper-like texture on the outside, which splits open to reveal a rich, vibrant salmon-pink to reddish-orange flesh. The flavor is incredibly unique and decadent, often described as a sweet, creamy blend of pumpkin, sweet potato, brown sugar, almond, and vanilla. It is highly prized by rare fruit enthusiasts looking for a truly premium and exotic addition to their collection.
Features:
Ideal prune height range: 3-5m
pH growing conditions: 6.0 to 7.0
Shade or full sun: Prefers full sun with protection from strong winds and severe frost
Minimum pot year 5: 90L pot
Time to fruit age: 3-5 years for grafted trees; 7-10 years from seed
Mamey Sapote trees are magnificent, handsome specimens with large, lush green leaves clustered at the branch tips. They grow best in warm, frost-free climates and thrive in well-draining, fertile soils rich in organic matter. While they appreciate regular deep watering during hot summer periods, they do not tolerate waterlogged conditions. They can be successfully maintained in large pots or planted straight into the ground to create an eye-catching focal point.
Interesting Notes:
The fruit is exceptionally nutritious, being packed with vitamins A and C, potassium, and dietary fiber. Its smooth, custard-like flesh makes it perfect for eating fresh out of the skin, blending into luxurious milkshakes, or using in ice creams and desserts.
This is a highly sought-after collector's item that brings a distinct tropical feel and premium harvest to any home orchard or food forest.
Limited stock. Pickup from Parkwood, WA.
Delivery to Perth Metro only.
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