Canistel Tree (Pouteria campechiana)
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Scientific Name: Pouteria campechiana — Yellow Sapote or Eggfruit.
Native Home: Southern Mexico and Central America.
Height: 8–20 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades under suitable conditions.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Wood is hard and dense, with limited local uses.
Harvesting: Fruits are picked when their skin turns yellow-orange and the flesh softens.
Age to Harvest: Around 3–6 years, depending on propagation and growing conditions.
Products: Fresh fruit, smoothies, ice cream, custards, cakes, and baked goods.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Traditionally grown in Central America for its sweet, egg-yolk-like fruit.
Global Spread: Cultivated in Mexico, the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and other tropical regions, including India.
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