Star Apple ‘Purple’ Tree 25G

Star Apple ‘Purple’ Tree in 25-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL.

Lush, tropical, and absolutely delicious—the Purple Star Apple Tree (Chrysophyllum cainito) in a 25-gallon pot brings rare fruit beauty and edible delight to South Florida gardens. Also known as caimito, this Caribbean-native fruit tree produces glossy, deep purple fruits with star-shaped patterns inside, a creamy texture, and a sweet, grape-vanilla flavor that’s truly one of a kind.

With shimmering, bronzy undersides on its leaves and a graceful canopy, this 25-gallon specimen is landscape-ready—perfect for planting in the ground or keeping in a large container for a lush, tropical statement.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Needs full sun—6 to 8 hours daily—for healthy growth and fruit production.

• Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells and fruiting season. Maintain even moisture, but avoid waterlogging.

• Soil: Prefers well-draining, fertile soils enriched with organic matter. Performs well in sandy or loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

• Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced tropical fruit tree fertilizer 2–3 times per year, especially in spring and summer. Add compost and micronutrients for extra vigor.

• Growth Habit: Fast-growing, upright evergreen with shiny green leaves and a bronzy-purple underside. In a 25-gallon pot, trees stand around 6–8 feet tall, with potential to reach 20–30 feet when planted in-ground.

• Temperature: Ideal for USDA Zones 10–11. Perfectly suited to South Florida’s warm, humid climate. Protect from frost—young trees are cold-sensitive.

• Maintenance: Low to moderate. Prune to manage size or encourage airflow. Naturally pest-resistant when grown in healthy conditions.

Fruit Notes: Produces medium to large round fruits with deep purple skin and soft, sweet, gelatinous pulp. The inside reveals a striking starburst pattern when cut—both beautiful and flavorful. Ripens in late winter through spring.

Ideal For:

• Rare fruit collectors

• Tropical food forests and edible landscapes

• Backyard orchards with visual appeal

• Large container growers and patio fruit enthusiasts

• Gardeners seeking showy, flavorful tropical fruits

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Chrysophyllum cainito

• Plant Type: Tropical fruit tree

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Evergreen, upright, fruit-bearing tree

• Container Size: 25-gallon pot

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