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Guyana Sapote

Pouteria guianensis, Sapotaceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

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

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

GuapevaPouteria torta
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
PinganArtocarpus sarawakensis
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Weeping BottlebrushSyzygium floribundum
Pollinator SharingWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

CuriolaPouteria hypoglauca

Multiple sapote species compete for similar soil conditions and may share genus-specific pests and diseases.

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionTimberWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Antioxidant Properties

Common Questions

What zones does Guyana Sapote grow in?

Guyana Sapote grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Guyana Sapote?

Good companions for Guyana Sapote include Guapeva, Pingan, Weeping Bottlebrush.

Design guilds with Guyana Sapote and see companion relationships visually.

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