canistel
Canistel, Eggfruit. Easy to grow, sweet exotic fruit. These plants are seedlings (planted 2021) from Bruce variety, fruiting size.
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Pouteria campechiana - Canistel, the curious heart-shaped Egg Super-Fruit.
The Canistel tree (Pouteria campechiana) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that thrives in tropical and subtropical regions. It has glossy green leaves and produces fruit several times a year once established. Hardy and low-maintenance, the tree is valued not only for its nutritious fruit but also as an attractive landscape addition for gardeners seeking an unusual, productive specimen.
Canistel, also called Eggfruit, is a tropical delicacy prized for its creamy, custard-like texture and sweet, rich flavor that’s often compared to baked sweet potato or pumpkin pie. With its vibrant yellow to deep orange flesh and subtle eggy aroma, Canistel is a standout among exotic fruits. Grown in warm climates, this fruit is as nutritious as it is delicious.
Packed with beta-carotene, dietary fiber, and a range of vitamins and minerals, Canistel supports healthy vision, digestion, and immune function. It’s perfect for blending into smoothies, baking into custards or pancakes, or even enjoyed fresh with a spoon. Naturally thick and velvety, it’s a favorite in vegan recipes and tropical dessert creations.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE C-Cibus - Crop Nutrition Booster
SUNSHINE-Honey - sugar booster
Canistel, Eggfruit. Easy to grow, sweet exotic fruit. These plants are seedlings (planted 2021) from Bruce variety, fruiting size.
See Article about this plant:
Pouteria campechiana - Canistel, the curious heart-shaped Egg Super-Fruit.
The Canistel tree (Pouteria campechiana) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that thrives in tropical and subtropical regions. It has glossy green leaves and produces fruit several times a year once established. Hardy and low-maintenance, the tree is valued not only for its nutritious fruit but also as an attractive landscape addition for gardeners seeking an unusual, productive specimen.
Canistel, also called Eggfruit, is a tropical delicacy prized for its creamy, custard-like texture and sweet, rich flavor that’s often compared to baked sweet potato or pumpkin pie. With its vibrant yellow to deep orange flesh and subtle eggy aroma, Canistel is a standout among exotic fruits. Grown in warm climates, this fruit is as nutritious as it is delicious.
Packed with beta-carotene, dietary fiber, and a range of vitamins and minerals, Canistel supports healthy vision, digestion, and immune function. It’s perfect for blending into smoothies, baking into custards or pancakes, or even enjoyed fresh with a spoon. Naturally thick and velvety, it’s a favorite in vegan recipes and tropical dessert creations.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE C-Cibus - Crop Nutrition Booster
SUNSHINE-Honey - sugar booster
Canistel, Eggfruit. Easy to grow, sweet exotic fruit. This is Bruce variety.
The Canistel tree (Pouteria campechiana) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that thrives in tropical and subtropical regions. It has glossy green leaves and produces fruit several times a year once established. Hardy and low-maintenance, the tree is valued not only for its nutritious fruit but also as an attractive landscape addition for gardeners seeking an unusual, productive specimen.
Canistel, also called Eggfruit, is a tropical delicacy prized for its creamy, custard-like texture and sweet, rich flavor that’s often compared to baked sweet potato or pumpkin pie. With its vibrant yellow to deep orange flesh and subtle eggy aroma, Canistel is a standout among exotic fruits. Grown in warm climates, this fruit is as nutritious as it is delicious.
Packed with beta-carotene, dietary fiber, and a range of vitamins and minerals, Canistel supports healthy vision, digestion, and immune function. It’s perfect for blending into smoothies, baking into custards or pancakes, or even enjoyed fresh with a spoon. Naturally thick and velvety, it’s a favorite in vegan recipes and tropical dessert creations.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE C-Cibus - Crop Nutrition Booster
SUNSHINE-Honey - sugar booster
Canistel Fruit Frequently Asked Questions
Canistel fruit has a rich, sweet flavor often compared to egg custard. The exact flavor may vary slightly by variety, but all are known for their creamy texture and dessert-friendly taste.
Ripe Canistel can be eaten fresh with a spoon or added to smoothies, milkshakes, custards, and baked goods. It's a great natural thickener and commonly used in vegan desserts.
Yes! Canistel is a great source of beta-carotene (which the body converts to vitamin A), along with dietary fiber, vitamin C, B vitamins, and small amounts of minerals like calcium and iron.
The fruit becomes soft and yields slightly to pressure. The skin turns golden-yellow to deep orange depending on the variety. Unripe fruit is firm and should be left at room temperature to soften.
Canistel trees thrive in warm tropical and subtropical climates. They are best suited for USDA zones 10-11 but can be grown in containers in cooler regions and moved indoors during winter.
Most Canistel trees reach about 15-25 feet tall when mature, though this can vary slightly by variety and growing conditions. Some types stay more compact and can be pruned to maintain a smaller size.
Seed-grown trees usually take 4-6 years to produce fruit, while grafted trees can begin fruiting in as little as 2-3 years under good conditions.
Varieties may differ in fruit size, flavor richness, texture, and harvest time. However, all share the same general nutritional benefits and uses.
You can order canistel trees online from Top Tropicals right here at toptropicals.com. We offer a wide selection of fruiting canistel varieties. Our trees can be shipped to most locations in the U.S. Browse our canistel collection by size and flavor.
If you are looking for Canistel trees for sale near you and you are in the South Florida, including the Ft. Myers area, we would love to see you at our Garden Center located at 13890 Orange River Blvd, Ft. Myers, FL 33905 and 9100 McRoy Rd, Sebring, FL 33875. We have a great selection of Canistel trees. Our dedicated and knowledgeable staff will help you select the best Canistel trees for your location and needs. We also have delivery and installation available for local customers. Ask our staff for an estimate on cost. Come visit us and let our team help you pick the perfect Canistel tree!
Top Tropicals Canistel trees are certified for shipping to all states and territories, including California, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands. We will provide a phytosanitary certificate for California and any other state that requires it. Phytocertificate cost is included in S&H.
No, Canistel trees are self-pollinating. You only need one tree to enjoy fruit. While having multiple Canistel trees may slightly improve yield due to cross-pollination from insects, a single healthy, grafted Canistel tree will produce fruit on its own. This makes Canistel a great choice for small gardens, patios, or even container growing if you're limited on space.