Wild Casimiroa
Casimiroa edulis

Wild Casimaroa Plant 

Casimiroa edulis, or Wild Casimiroa, is a hardy tree growing 6-8m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and has edible fruits with medicinal properties.


Picture illustrating Wild Casimiroa Plant 

Habit

Tree

Height

3-4 meters

Growth

Medium

Soil

Well-drained loamy

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Mexico

Climatic Condition

Tropical, subtropical

Temperature (°)

25-30

Humidity (%)

70-80

Potting media

Fertile well-drained soil

Fertilizers

Balanced slow-release

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

500-700 grams

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.5

Water Ph level

6.0-7.0

Soil EC

0.3-0.4 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

Moderate

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

10-20 years

Health Benefits

High in Vitamin C, aids in digestion, helps with weight loss

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2-3 months with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Panama Disease, Sigatoka Leaf Spot, Nematodes

Yellowing and wilting of leaves, brown spots, stunted growth

Crop rotation, neem cake as soil amendment

In-Organic Remedies

Chloropicrin, Methyl Bromide

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