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Rheedia aristata, Rheedia macrophylla, Cuban Mangosteen, Garcinia

Rheedia aristata, Rheedia macrophylla

Cuban Mangosteen, Garcinia
Family: Clusiaceae / Guttiferae
Origin: Mexico through Panama
USDA Zone: 10-12?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterEdible plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant

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.


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Rheedia aristata, Rheedia macrophylla, Cuban Mangosteen, Garcinia
Rheedia aristata, Rheedia macrophylla, Cuban Mangosteen, Garcinia. Spiny leaves
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