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The Canistel / Yellow Sapote is also know as the Egg Fruit.They fruit are a round or elongated tear drop shape and when ripe have an almost egg curry smell with hints of tropical fruit flavours like papaya and a texture like sweet potato.The Canistel originates from Mexico and Central America but are also commonly grown in South East Asia.They are a very versatile fruit to cook with and can be just baked like pumpkin or can be used in Soups , Curries , and even in puddings or cakes.
GROWN FROM
Seed (2 years old)
HOW LONG BEFORE THIS TREE WILL FRUIT2 to 3 years
POLLINATIONSelf Pollinating
DECIDUOUS OR EVERGREENEvergreen
WATERINGloves a lot of water
AMOUNT OF SUNFull Sun
Cannistel Yellow Sapote (2 years old)
The Canistel are best suited to tropical and subtropical climates and love plenty of water.They can also still be grown in colder climates as well if they are given the right type of micro climate.