Rheedia aristata (Cuban Mangosteen)

Rheedia aristata orange round fruit close up on white surface with small coin
Rheedia aristata orange fruit on a surface with a coin for scale

Botanical names: Rheedia aristata, Rheedia macrophylla

Common names: Cuban Mangosteen, Garcinia

Family: Clusiaceae / Guttiferae

Origin: Mexico through Panama

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

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 sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

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)


Rheedia aristata orange round fruit surrounded by glossy green oval leaves close up
Rheedia aristata orange fruit nestled among smooth green leaves on a branch
Rheedia aristata plant with shiny dark green leaves and lime yellow new growth
Rheedia aristata branches with pointed dark green foliage and soft yellow new leaves.


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