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Black Apple

Pouteria australis, Sapotaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Pernambuco bundleflowerDesmanthus pernambucanus
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
AchachairuGarcinia humilis
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

MassarandubaPouteria glomerata

Pouteria species compete for similar tropical growing conditions and root space

Golden SpoonByrsonima verbascifolia

Tropical fruit trees with similar habitat requirements compete for resources and growing space

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionTimberWildlife HabitatErosion Control

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Black Apple grow in?

Black Apple grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Black Apple?

Good companions for Black Apple include Pernambuco bundleflower, Achachairu.

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