Blighia sapida (Akee) - Video 1

Botanical names: Blighia sapida, Cupania sapida

Common names: Akee, Ackee, Seso Vegetal, Arbre a Fricasser (Haiti)

Family: Sapindaceae

Origin: West tropical Africa - Gold Coast & Ivory Coast

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftFull sunModerate waterEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Ackee is the national fruit of Jamaica
Ackee (Blighia sapida) is the national fruit of Jamaica and is a key ingredient in the traditional Jamaican dish: Ackee and saltfish


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