Couepia polyandra (Olosapo)

Couepia polyandra dark green leaves with visible veins on a branch close up
Couepia polyandra branch with glossy dark green leaves and prominent textured veins

Botanical name: Couepia polyandra

Common name: Olosapo

Family: Chrysobalanaceae

Origin: Central America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Small or medium sized tree. Fairly drought resistant, grow in full sun.

Propagation: By seed, which take up to six years to fruit.



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