Caimito Tree (Green)
Caimito — Chrysophyllum cainito
Green-skinned star apple with milky latex in the peel and translucent white pulp.
This plant is also called: Caimito (Portuguese), caïmitier (French), 金星果 (Chinese), スターアップル (Japanese), Vú sữa (Vietnamese), Звёздное яблоко (Russian), كاينيتو (Arabic), Kaimito (Tagalog). Names from public plant databases.
| Size / pot | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Gallon | 55.00 USD | Out of stock · Request this size |
| 7 Gallon | 75.00 USD | Out of stock · Request this size |
Stock checked 37 minutes ago.
This plant isn't currently in stock. We can special-order it for you.
Not sure this tree fits your yard? Ask Maxi, or call us.
Plant facts
- Plant type
- Fruit tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Hardiness zones
- 10b-11
- Chill hours
- 0
- Pollination
- Single trees fruit, but some trees set poorly alone; another star apple nearby often improves yields.
- Mature size
- 30-40 ft.
- Sun exposure
- full sun
- Harvest season
- Feb-June in Florida.
Growing results vary with your climate, site, care and weather. The information shown here is general guidance and does not guarantee how a plant will perform once planted at your property. For performance related issues, please reference our care guides.
Sweet, mild and creamy with grape-pear notes. Soft, jelly-like and juicy. Delicate tropical aroma.
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Florida hardiness zones
This plant is rated for zones 10 to 11. Zones it suits are outlined in the key.
- 8b
- 9a
- 9b
- 10a (suits this plant)
- 10b (suits this plant)
- 11a (suits this plant)
- 11b (suits this plant)
Delivery and installation
Delivery and installation are available within 50 driving miles of our nursery. This plant is out of stock right now, so we cannot price delivery online yet. Ask for a special order, or call us and we will go from there.
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