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Caimito Purple Star Apple Tree | 3-6" Live Seedling | Exotic Tropical Fruit Plant in 2.5" Pot | Chrysophyllum cainito
Caimito Purple Star Apple Tree | 3-6" Live Seedling | Exotic Tropical Fruit Plant in 2.5" Pot | Chrysophyllum cainito
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Caimito Purple Star Apple Tree (Chrysophyllum cainito), 3-6" tall seedling in a 2.5" pot. Tropical fruit tree with glossy leaves & star-shaped fruit.
- Plant Type: Caimito (Purple Star Apple) – Chrysophyllum cainito
- Plant Size: 3-6" live seedling in a 2.5" square pot (pot height not included)
- Mature Size: Medium to large tree; 25-100 ft tall (7.9-30.5 m) with a weeping canopy
- Fruit Details: Round to oblate, 2-4" diameter; purple peel with soft, milky white pulp forming a star pattern when cut
- Light Needs: Thrives in full sun; prefers hot, lowland tropical climates
- Soil & Watering: Well-draining, moist soil; tolerates tropical conditions but limited cold tolerance
- Hardiness Zone: Best suited for warm, protected areas like South Florida; avoid temperatures below 31°F (-0.6°C)
- Bloom & Harvest: Blooms August–October; fruit harvest February–May
- Special Features: Unique star-shaped fruit, glossy green leaves with golden undersides, perfect for tropical gardens
- Common Name: Caimito, Purple Star Apple
- Scientific Name: Chrysophyllum cainito
- Plant Form: Live tropical seedling in a 2.5" pot
- Growth Stage: Seedling, ready for planting
- Care Level: Moderate; requires tropical or subtropical climate
- Seasonal Interest: Year-round evergreen foliage; fruiting season adds interest in spring
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Type: Starter Plant
caimito purple star apple tree , 3-6" live seedling , exotic tropical fruit plant in 2.5" pot , chrysophyllum cainito
Ships from: USA
Vendor: Jayme Garden
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