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Canistel Colorado

Pouteria durlandii, Sapotaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CurriolaPouteria ramiflora
Pollinator Sharing
Abiu ColoradoPouteria maclayana
Pollinator Sharing
Brazilian CranberryOxossia oxycoccos
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Green SapotePouteria viridis

Congeneric Pouteria species compete for similar soil nutrients and canopy light in tropical environments

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionTimberWildlife HabitatCarbon Sequestration

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Canistel Colorado grow in?

Canistel Colorado grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Canistel Colorado?

Good companions for Canistel Colorado include Curriola, Abiu Colorado, Brazilian Cranberry.

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