White Sapote Fruit

₹350.00

White Sapote fruit, scientifically known as Casimiroa edulis, is a delicious tropical fruit often called the “custard apple of Mexico.” It is loved for its soft, creamy texture and sweet, dessert-like flavor, making it a favorite among exotic fruit enthusiasts. The fruit is round to oval with smooth green to yellow skin. Inside, it contains soft, pale white pulp that is incredibly creamy and mildly sweet, often compared to a blend of banana, peach, and vanilla custard. Its smooth texture makes it perfect for fresh eating, smoothies, and desserts. The White Sapote tree is a fast-growing, evergreen to semi-deciduous plant that thrives in tropical and subtropical climates. It is well-suited for regions like Kerala and can be grown in home gardens with proper care. Botanical Name: Casimiroa edulis Family: Rutaceae Native Country: Mexico and parts of Central America

Planting Method

Site Selection

Thrives in subtropical/tropical climates. Prefers full sun and well-drained fertile soil.

Planting

Dig pits 1–1.5 ft deep. Mix soil with Vermicompost. Maintain 2–3 meters spacing between plants.

Care

Watering:

Regular intervals; keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Fungicide:

Saaf , Bavistin , Copper Oxychloride , Blitox

Pesticide:

Hilban , Nagata

Growth:

Foliar Spray , Npk 19-19-19 , Factamfos , Urea , Blaukorn

Flowering:

SOP , Potash , K Potash , 18-18-18(Flowering & Growth)

Harvest

Fruit appears 1–2 years after planting. Harvest when fruits turn vibrant and slightly soft.

Key Features

Tangy, sweet-tart fruits rich in Vitamins A, C, and antioxidants. Used fresh or for juices.

Propagation

Propagated via seeds, stem cuttings, or grafting. Grafted plants produce fruit much faster.