Caimito – Chrysophyllum cainito Live Tropical Tree | 2 Feet Tall | Includes 6 Inch Nursery Pot Star Apple Fruit | Glossy Foliage | Caribbean Favorite

Grow a beautiful and unique tropical fruit tree with Caimito (Star Apple), a 2 foot tall live plant shipped in a 6 inch nursery pot. This well-rooted tree is ready to thrive in warm climates or large containers.

Caimito is admired for its glossy dark green leaves with a silky bronze underside, creating stunning contrast in the landscape. Popular throughout the Caribbean, Central America, and Southeast Asia, this tree produces round fruit with a mild, sweet grape-like flavor that is best enjoyed fresh.

In addition to its delicious fruit, Caimito makes an attractive shade tree and ornamental addition to tropical gardens.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Caimito tree
✔️ Height: approximately 2 feet tall
✔️ Shipped in 6 inch nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Caimito, Star Apple
Botanical Name: Chrysophyllum cainito
Plant Type: Tropical evergreen fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young established tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily preferred)
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred
Mature Height: 20–30 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate in warm climates
USDA Zones: 10–11
Container Friendly: Yes (large container when young)

💡 Care Tip: Protect from frost and plant in a sunny, wind-sheltered location. Mulch to retain soil moisture and support healthy root development. Prune lightly to shape when young.