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Caimito Star Apple – Chrysophyllum cainito Seeds | 15 Seeds | Tropical Exotic Fruit Tree | Green Star Apple | Home Garden Growing

Caimito Star Apple – Chrysophyllum cainito Seeds | 15 Seeds | Tropical Exotic Fruit Tree | Green Star Apple | Home Garden Growing

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Grow a beautiful tropical fruit tree with these Caimito (Star Apple) seeds – Chrysophyllum cainito, a prized exotic species known for its sweet jelly-like fruit and striking ornamental foliage. Native to the Caribbean and Central America, the Star Apple tree is valued both for delicious tropical fruit and its attractive evergreen canopy.

The tree produces round glossy fruits with smooth green to purple skin and soft, sweet flesh that is best enjoyed fresh or added to smoothies, desserts, and fruit salads. When cut across the middle, the seeds inside form a distinctive star-shaped pattern, which gives the fruit its popular name.

Caimito trees are also admired for their unique leaves—dark green on top and golden-bronze underneath, creating a beautiful tropical landscape tree even before fruiting begins. These seeds are perfect for tropical gardeners, rare fruit collectors, and home growers looking to cultivate exotic plants.

You will receive:
✔️ 15 Caimito (Star Apple) seeds
✔️ Fresh, naturally grown seeds
✔️ Non-GMO seeds
✔️ Suitable for tropical fruit cultivation
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Star Apple / Caimito
Botanical Name: Chrysophyllum cainito
Plant Type: Tropical evergreen fruit tree
Growth Stage: Seeds

Sun Requirements: Full sun for best growth
Soil: Well-draining fertile soil (pH 5.5–7.5)
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
Mature Height: 30–60 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate in warm climates

Climate: Tropical to subtropical
Temperature Range: 68–86°F (20–30°C)
USDA Zones: 10–11
Frost Tolerance: None

Germination Time: 2–6 weeks
Planting Depth: About 0.5 inch (1–1.5 cm)
Spacing: 20–30 feet between trees

💡 Care Tip:
Plant seeds fresh for the best germination results. Keep soil warm and consistently moist, and provide young seedlings with light shade during early growth before gradually transitioning to full sun.

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