Cherimoya Trees

Cherimoya
Annona cherimola
Cherimoya are conical to heart-shaped fruits that are renowned for their delicious creamy white flesh which has hints of banana, papaya, peach, pineapple and strawberry. The fruits have a green skin that have the appearance of overlapping warty scales. Matures fruits turn brown with a fissured surface. The white flesh is segmented and contains numerous hard brown to black inedible seeds that are 1/2in long and wide. In its native regions the fruit is usually eaten served chilled and is frequently used in desserts.
Cherimoya Details | |
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Type | Tropical Fruit |
Evergreen/Deciduous | Semi-Evergreen |
Tree Size/Habit | Rounded Canopy to 25-30 feet |
Fruit Shape/Size | Conical 4-8 inches long, 4 inches wide |
Fruit Flavor | Aromatic, Juicy, Sub-acid, Sweet, Blend of Tropical Flavors |
Skin Color When Ripe | Greenish-Brown |
Fruit Use | Fresh Eating, Smoothies |
Fruit Season | October-May |
Light Needs | Full Sun |
Water Needs | Regular Water |
USDA Zone | 9b |