Mammea americana

How to grow Mammea americana growing and care:

Slightly acid, rich soil, moist soil, more than 5C, humidity

What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction

Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
Yes, in order to get better fruits

Difficulties or problems when growing:
?

Planting season:
Spring, summer, autumn ( and in the tropic can be also in winter)

Pests and diseases:
?

Pruning season:
All year

How to prune:
Just for desgin

Size of the plant?
10-20 m, 30-60 feet

Growth speed in optimal condition:
Medium growing

Water requirement:
Average amount of water / Big amount of water

Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade

Is it possible to grow indoor as houseplant?
No

Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
No

Blooming information

Bloom season:
Spring / Summer

General information about the flower
White with brown-yellow inner (stamens) flowers grow on mature stems

Edible Fruits

Fruit harvest season:
Summer / Autumn

Fruits pests or diseases:
Birds

What can be done with big quantities of Mammea americana fruits?
Eat raw, juice, jams

Work requirements on the fruit:
Nothing special

How long does it take to bear fruit?
7-10 years

Scientific name:

Mammea americana