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Mammee Sapote (Pouteria sapota)

Mammee Sapote (Pouteria sapota) is a large, tropical fruit tree native to Mesoamerica, producing sweet, musky-flavored fruit appreciated for its culinary uses.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Warm Tropical

Fertilizer

Moderate Feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruiting.

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Keep soil evenly moist, avoiding waterlogged conditions.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Warm Tropical

Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 20°C and 30°C. Protect from frost.

Fertilizer

Moderate Feeding

Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer; compost is beneficial for mature trees.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

15-20 m

Spread

10-15 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

100000

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Synonyms
Bassia jussaei Griseb.
Calocarpum huastecanum Gilly
Calocarpum sapota (Jacq.) Merr.
Calospermum parvum Pierre
Lucuma bonplandii Kunth
Sapota mammosa Mill.
Sideroxylon sapota Jacq.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderEricales
  • familySapotaceae
  • genusPouteria
  • speciesPouteria sapota
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

All parts of the plant are considered non-toxic. The fruit is edible and widely consumed.

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