Chrysophyllum cainito
STAR APPLE, SATIN LEAF
Sapotaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
15m
Plant habit
 
10m

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Flowers: strongly fragrant flowers in green

Flowering Time: mid spring to early summer

Leaves: dark green; brown underneath

Ornamental Fruit: purple

Edibility: fruit, edible fruit
 
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Chrysophyllum cainito
STAR APPLE, SATIN LEAF
Sapotaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
15m
Plant habit
 
10m

FEATURES

Flowers: strongly fragrant flowers in green

Flowering Time: mid spring to early summer

Leaves: dark green; brown underneath

Ornamental Fruit: purple

Edibility: fruit, edible fruit


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical & contemporary designs

Uses: shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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