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By goodadmin | May 29, 2007
by steve stamos
Abiu is a member of the Sapotaceae family. An evergreen fruit
tree with smooth green leaves and willow like branches, native to south Americas. Trees can grow to 16 meters in the warm humid climate of Peru, Brazil and Southwestern Venezuela. However, it is most commonly seen as a small garden specimen reaching 4 to 8 meters.
Abius prefer a humid climate and grow satisfactorily in warmer subtropical areas. Young trees are very cold tender but as trees grow they become colder hardy. The tree adapts to a wide range of soils, providing it is a fertile and well drained. Plant out in a sunny spot in the warmer months of the year. Mulch around, but not too close to the trunk and apply light applications of organic manure. Water frequently during warmer months and from fruit set onwards.
Abiu has bright yellow fruit the size of a large kiwi fruit. It has a translucent flesh and a taste similar to the rambutan. They should be harvested when fully mature to avoid the milky latex near the skin from sticking to the lips. Fruit keeps well for a few days in the refrigerator but it should not be frozen. This scrumptious fruit is a real treat when eaten fresh, soaked in liqueur and chilled and added to juices or cakes.
No serious disease affects the tree and fruit fly may be an occasional pest.
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