SAPODILLA – Prolific

SAPODILLA – Prolific

The Prolific sapodilla (Manilkara zapota) is a variety specifically named for its high fruit production. If you’re looking for a sapodilla tree that consistently produces a large quantity of fruit, this could be a good choice. 

Here’s a summary of its characteristics:

Fruit:

  • Size: Prolific sapodillas are generally medium-sized, comparable to many other common varieties.
  • Shape: The shape is typically oval or slightly conical.
  • Skin: It has the standard thin, brown, russet-colored skin.
  • Flesh: The flesh is reddish-brown, sweet, and juicy.
  • Flavor: While Prolific is primarily known for its high yield, it still offers a good, sweet sapodilla flavor. It’s similar to other varieties, with notes of brown sugar and caramel.
  • Texture: The flesh is smooth and creamy with a slightly grainy feel.
  • Seeds: It contains a few large, black, bean-like seeds. 

Tree:

  • Size: Prolific sapodilla trees are medium-sized, reaching a height of around 30 to 40 feet.
  • Growth Habit: They are slow-growing, evergreen trees with a dense, spreading canopy.
  • Fruiting: The key feature of the Prolific variety is its consistent and abundant fruit production. It’s known for fruiting heavily year after year.
  • Climate: They thrive in warm, tropical, and subtropical climates.
  • Hardiness: They are not frost-tolerant.
  • Fruiting: Grafted trees can start producing fruit within a few years.
  • Soil: They prefer well-drained, fertile soil.
  • Sunlight: They require full sun to partial shade. 

In short, the Prolific sapodilla is an excellent choice for those who prioritize a high and reliable fruit yield. While its flavor is similar to other good sapodilla varieties, its key advantage is its ability to produce a large quantity of delicious fruit year after year.

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$175.00