South American Sapote (Matisia Cordata) is a perennial tree in the Malvaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
A large, semi-deciduous fruit tree native to the Amazon Rainforest in South America, known for its edible, sweet orange-yellow fruits.
South American Sapote
Matisia Cordata
A large, semi-deciduous fruit tree native to the Amazon Rainforest in South America, known for its edible, sweet orange-yellow fruits.
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