Cherimoya
Annona cherimola

Cherimoya Plant

Cherimoya (Annona cherimola) is a tree that grows 20-30 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 10-11, prefers well-drained, loamy soil, full sun to part shade, medium moisture, is edible, and has medicinal uses.


Picture illustrating Cherimoya plant

Habit

 Tree

Height

5-10 m

Growth

Moderate 

Soil

Well-drained, loamy

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

 Moderate

Edible

 Yes

Medicinal

Yes 

Origin

South America

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Warm

Temperature (°)

15-25°C

Humidity (%)

50-80%

Potting media

Organic compost, mulch

Fertilizers

NPK 8:3:9, potassium-rich

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

200-500 g per fruit

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

5.5 - 7.0

Water Ph level

5.5 - 7.0

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield  Per Plant 

25 fruits per year

NPK ratio 

05:10:10

life Span

20-30 years

Health Benefits

High in fiber, antioxidants, heart health

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 30% perlite, 20% peat moss


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Anthracnose, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Black Spot.

Dark sunken spots on leaves and fruit White powdery spots on leaves Wilting, yellowing leaves, root discoloration Circular black spots with yellow halos on leaves

Remove infected plant parts, copper fungicide Neem oil, potassium bicarbonate Improve soil drainage, beneficial microbes Remove infected leaves, copper fungicide

Chlorothalonil, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with metalaxyl or mefenoxam, Chlorothalonil.

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

·  High in vitamin C, boosting immunity.

·  Contains natural compounds that may reduce stress and anxiety.

·  Rich in fiber, promoting gut health.

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