Plant Details

Asimina triloba

Papaw

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General Information

Scientific name: Asimina triloba
Also known as: Papaw

Plant Properties

Layer: Fruit tree
Size: Small
Height: 4.50 m
Width: 4.00 m
Growth Rate: Slow
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Loam (medium)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit
Edibility:
(4)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Dye, Fibre, Insecticide, Parasiticide, Wood

Description

Edible fruit - can be eaten both raw and cooked. The fruit is very large, with a maximum length of 16 cm and a width of 4 cm. There are different varieties of this fruit; some (with orange skin) have a delicious banana flavor, while others (with yellow, white, or dark brown skin) are less pleasant. According to some sources, the white fruits ripen more slowly and have a milder taste than the orange varieties. The fruit can also be used to make jam, pies, ice cream, and other sweet treats. The fruits fall from the tree in the autumn and are stored until they are fully ripe. For some people, the fruit can cause gastrointestinal issues.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 15/09
End of Harvest: 31/10

Crown Data

Crown Type: Broad pyramidal
Crown Density: Dense crown