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Abiu Cutite

Pouteria macrophylla, 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

High (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Coast Coral TreeErythrina caffra
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Pracaxi Oil TreePentaclethra macroloba
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision
Ribbed Ice Cream BeanInga marginata
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Yellow MombinSpondias mombin

Both fruit trees compete for soil nutrients and may produce growth-inhibiting secondary metabolites

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionTimberCanopy LayerCarbon Sequestration

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Latex Traditional UsesWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Abiu Cutite grow in?

Abiu Cutite grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Abiu Cutite?

Good companions for Abiu Cutite include Coast Coral Tree, Pracaxi Oil Tree, Ribbed Ice Cream Bean.

Design guilds with Abiu Cutite and see companion relationships visually.

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