Pond Apple – Annona glabra – Cây Bình Bát Live Plant | 1–2 Feet Tall | Ships in 6" Pot Flood-Tolerant Tropical Tree | Rootstock Potential | Unique Native Species

Grow a unique and highly adaptable tropical species with this 1–2 foot tall Pond Apple (Annona glabra), shipped in a 6-inch pot. Also known as Cây Bình Bát, this tree is valued for its exceptional flood tolerance and strong root system.

Pond Apple produces conical fruit up to five inches long with smooth yellow skin and salmon-yellow pulp. The flavor is musky and subacid; some fruit may reach edible quality. The fruit can be boiled to improve palatability and is sometimes used for making jelly. (Seeds are not edible.)

This species is especially notable for its use as a flood-tolerant rootstock for other Annona varieties, making it valuable for growers in wet or low-lying areas. It also performs well near ponds, water features, and in consistently moist soil.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Pond Apple (Annona glabra) plant
✔️ Height: approximately 1–2 feet tall
✔️ Shipped in 6" nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, established root system
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Pond Apple, Cây Bình Bát
Botanical Name: Annona glabra
Plant Type: Tropical fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Adaptable; tolerates wet or poorly drained soils
Watering: Moderate to high; thrives in moist conditions
Mature Height: 15–30 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 9–11
Flood Tolerance: Excellent
Container Friendly: Yes, when young

💡 Care Tip: Ideal for planting in low areas where other fruit trees may struggle. Provide full sun and consistent moisture for best growth.