Fruit can be purple or green depending on the variety. When cut in half there is an attractive star pattern. The flesh is sweet and tastes very smooth and aromatic. Comes from the West Indies.
Soil Characteristics
Wide range of soil types provided drainage is good
Climate Requirements
Warm humid areas, intolerant of low temperatures, frosts and wind.
Culture
In fruit fly susceptible areas fruit can be bagged for protection, but the bags don't stop the fruit bats, who also enjoy this fruit. Light feeding frequently. Prune only for shape when young and for diseased branches.
Harvesting
Bears in mid to late winter. Fruit are picked when fully coloured (purple) or when softening (green). Fruit picked too early will not mature and contain an unpleasant latex.
Length of time until first crop
Four years. Grafting and air layering is recommended
Marketing Notes
Difficult to transport due to soft nature and short life. High value if successful.
Food Preparation
The Star Apple has low acidity , so the addition of a little lime juice will enhance the flavour. Mainly eaten fresh by themselves.
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