A medium-size tree, native to South America. It is a difficult plant to grow but a few can be found in South Florida. They must be soft and overripe before being eaten. A thin skin surrounds a layer of granular flesh which in turn surrounds soft brown pulp containing many small seeds. The flavor and aroma are strong.
Propagation is by seed.
By Kiyo Tomiyasu. By John M. Riley. 1987 J, pp 10-12 Growing Rare Fruit from Seed. By John M. Riley. 1987 YB, pp 4-5 Planting and Starting Tropical Seeds, Transplanting to Final Location.