Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
edulis
ID:
589673

Status:
valid

Authors:
La Llave

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Nov. Veg. Descr. 2: 2 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589005



Common Names

  • Casimiroa edulis
  • Edible Casimiroa
  • Casimiroa edulis var. edulis


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Synonyms

  • Zanthoxylum araliaceum Turcz. [unknown]
  • Casimiroa edulis microcarpa Martinez [unknown]
  • Casimiroa sapota Oerst. [unknown]
  • Casimiroa sapota comitana Martinez [unknown]
  • Casimiroa sapota costarricensis Martinez [unknown]
  • Casimiroa sapota glabrata Martinez [unknown]
  • Casimiroa sapota jaliscana Martinez [unknown]
  • Casimiroa sapota macrocarpa Martinez [unknown]
  • Casimiroa sapota villosa Quiroz Calvo & Martinez [unknown]
  • Fagara bombacifolia Krug & Urb. [unknown]
  • Casimiroa sapota ovandoensis Martínez [unknown]
  • Zanthoxylum bombacifolium A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Casimiroa edulis (also called the White Sapote, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is a woody shrub or small tree with white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry forests, scrub, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Casimiroa edulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create living sculptures and wreaths.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Casimiroa edulis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Casimiroa edulis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree with a rounded crown and a spreading canopy. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings.

Where to Find Casimiroa edulis

Casimiroa edulis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.

Casimiroa edulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Casimiroa edulis?

Casimiroa edulis

What is the common name of Casimiroa edulis?

White Sapote

What type of plant is Casimiroa edulis?

Perennial tree

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References