Chrysophyllum oliviforme (Satinleaf)

Chrysophyllum oliviforme (Satinleaf) tree with copper and green leaves standing tall under sunlight
Chrysophyllum oliviforme (Satinleaf) tree standing upright with distinct copper colored foliage against the light

Botanical name: Chrysophyllum oliviforme

Common names: Satinleaf, Satin Leaf

Family: Sapotaceae

Origin: Caribbean

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyOrnamental foliage

This is a relative of Star Apple (Caimito - Chrysophyllum cainito) which is a popular fruit, well known among the people of the Caribbean. The fruit of the Satinleaf is much smaller than the Caimito, just a little dark purple berry, about an inch in diameter. Satinleaf is an ornamental medium-sized tree with a mature height of up to 30 feet and distinctive foliage: shiny olive on top, silky silvery gold underneath. You might use one in your backyard as a shade tree, an easier-to-manage alternative to live oak.

Similar plants: Chrysophyllum oliviforme (Satinleaf)




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