Rheedia aristata (Cuban Mangosteen)
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Botanical names: Rheedia aristata, Rheedia macrophylla
Common names: Cuban Mangosteen, Garcinia
Family: Clusiaceae / Guttiferae
Origin: Mexico through Panama







Related to the mangosteen, the madrono remains a relatively unknown, but attractive fruit. A small tree, usually only to 5-15ft, but taller in its native range. It is much hardier than its famous relative the mangosteen, and can survive short periods of temperatures below 32F. Trees are very salt tolerant, but not too tolerant of acidic soils. Slow growers and can be maintained for container culture. Propagation: Usually by seed.
Similar plants: Rheedia aristata (Cuban Mangosteen)
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Cuban Mangosteen. Rare fruit, very tasty and good for you. Slow growing, small tree. Tolerates salt, wind and light frost.
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