Annona squamosa 7 seeds. Sugar Apple Seeds

🌱 Annona squamosa — Sugar Apple, Scaly Anona

These seeds are from the Annona squamosa tree, a member of the Annonaceae family. The Sugar Apple tree is a key selling point for many gardeners due to its unique and delicious fruit. With proper care, the tree can grow up to 6 meters high and produce fragrant flowers and edible pulp.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Sugar Apple tree has two-row leaves that are 5-15 cm long and 2-5 cm wide, which are fragrant when rubbed. The flowers are oblong, 2.5-3.8 cm long, and have two outer and two inner petals. The complex fruit is round in shape and reaches a length of 10 cm, containing white fibrous-cream fragrant juicy sweet pulp and 20-60 black shiny seeds.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in a well-draining seed starting mix, with a temperature of 25-30°C and high humidity.
• Germination typically occurs within 1-3 months.
• The tree prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0-7.0.
• Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
• The Sugar Apple tree is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 and can tolerate light frosts.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

The Sugar Apple tree is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean. It typically grows in areas with high humidity and warm temperatures, and can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests and along rivers.

✨ Interesting Facts

The Sugar Apple tree has been cultivated for centuries for its delicious fruit, which is rich in vitamins and minerals. The tree has also been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. In some cultures, the fruit is considered a delicacy and is eaten fresh or used in a variety of desserts.