Pouteria caimito
species of flowering plant
Pouteria caimito, the abiu (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɐˈbiw]), is a tropical fruit tree in the family Sapotaceae. It grows in the Amazonian region of South America, and this type of fruit can also be found in Cuba, the Philippines and other countries in Southeast Asia. It grows to an average of 10 metres (33 feet) high, with ovoid fruits. The inside of the fruit is translucent and white. It has a creamy and jelly-like texture with a taste resembling caramel custard.†
Description
P. caimito grows to an average of 10 metres (33 feet) high, and can grow as high as 35 metres (115 ft) under good conditions.
The leaves range from oblong to elliptical. They can be 10–20 centimetres (4–8 inches) in length and 3.5–6.5 cm (1+1⁄2–2+1⁄2 in) in width.
Abiu may have several flowering periods a year, with potential for both flowers and fruit on the tree at one time. The development time from flower to ripe fruit is about 3 months. The main crop season varies by climate.
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