|MANILKARA ZAPOTA - ZAPOTILLA.|
Synonym: manilkara achras, manilkara zapotilla.
Common name: nispero, sapatia, sapotille, chickle tree, sapodilla, chikoo, chiku, dilly, baramasi, zapote.
Family: Sapotaceae (Sapote Family).
Zapotilla is a long lived up right tropical tree, growing up to 60' tall.
The evergreen, glossy leaves are pointed at the ends; flowers are small, while the fruits are round to oval.
The flesh yellowish to reddish-brown fruit is soft and juicy.
There are 3 to 12 black flat seeds in the fruit. .
Hardiness: USDA zone 9 - 11.
Culture: full sun, moist well drained soil but can withstand drought easily.
Protect from frost or plant in frost free areas.
Mature trees can withstand temperatures of 26°F. for a few hours.
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