A fast-growing and natural pioneer species within its native range known as Quararibes cordata or South American Sapote is medium-sized tree growing about 30 m in height and 50 cm in bole diameter. The leaves are heart-shaped, green, and alternate. The flowers are creamy-yellow.

Matisia cordata Bonpl. Quararibea cordata (Bonpl.) Vischer, Q. cordata (Bonpl.) García-Barr. & Hern.Cam. 1. The tree grows wild in lowland rainforests of Peru, Ecuador and adjacent areas of Brazil, especially around the mouth of the Javari River.

Short-stalked, yellowish-white or rose-tinted, 5-petalled flowers, about 1 in (2.5 cm) wide, with 5 conspicuous, protruding stamens and pistil, are borne in masses along the lesser branches and on the trunk.

The Matisia cordata, known as the South American sapote or chupa-chupa, is a formidable tree in its natural habitat, capable of reaching heights up to 45 meters in the wild, though in cultivation, it typically grows to about 12 meters.

Quararibea cordata, Matisia cordata Chupa-chupa, Zapote Chupachupa, South American Sapote Family: Malvaceae (Formerly:Bombacaceae) Subfamily: Bombacoideae Origin: Brazil, Colombia, Peru. The Chupa-chupa tree is fast-growing, erect, to 130 or even 145 ft (40-45 m) high in the wild, though often no more than 40 ft (12 m) in cultivation.

The Chupa Chupa tree, also known as Matisia cordata, is a rapidly growing tree whose soft, juicy, sweet, and orange-yellow flesh with a melon, cantaloupe, and tropical flavor surrounds 2 to 3 seeds.

Quararibea cordata ( South American sapote, Chupa-chupa) is a large, semi-deciduous, fruit tree (up to 45m in height), native to Amazon Rainforest vegetation in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It bears orange-yellow fruit which are soft, juicy, sweet and contain 2-5 seeds. Fruit is usually eaten out of hand, though it may be juiced.

Discover everything about Matisia cordata, from its native habitat and growth conditions to its attractive fruit and potential culinary uses. Learn about its cultivation, pest management, and unique characteristics in this detailed guide.

2023年3月11日 · Quararibea cordata, the South American sapote or chupa-chupa, is a large, semi-deciduous, fruit tree (up to 45m in height), native to Amazon rainforest vegetation in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Matisia cordata, commonly known as the Chupa Chupa tree, is a rapidly growing tree with soft, juicy, sweet, and orange-yellow flesh that has a delightful melon, cantaloupe, and tropical flavor. The fruit surrounds 2 to 3 seeds, which are typically removed before consumption.