Chrysophyllum argenteum (Caimito de mono)

Chrysophyllum argenteum (Caimito de mono) dark green leaves on woody tree branch close up

Botanical name: Chrysophyllum argenteum

Common names: Caimito de mono, Bastard Redwood

Family: Sapotaceae

Origin: South America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyEdible plantEthnomedical plant.
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The plant is harvested from the wild for its edible fruit, wood and medicinal uses. Edible milky fruit. Leaves very variable in shape.

Similar plants: Chrysophyllum argenteum (Caimito de mono)


Chrysophyllum argenteum (Caimito de mono) dark green leaves on a plant branch close up.


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