a popular, premium variety of sapota (Manilkara zapota) named for its large, perfectly round fruits that resemble the size and shape of a cricket ball.
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Fruit Characteristics
Shape & Size: Large, round, and ball-shaped, noticeably bigger than regular oval varieties.
Skin & Flesh: Brown, rough outer skin with a light-to-yellowish-brown inner pulp.
Taste & Texture: Exceptionally sweet with a rich, caramel-like flavor and a soft, slightly grainy, yet juicy texture.
Seeds: Contains very few seeds (usually 2 to 4), making it easier to eat and process.
Uses: Eaten fresh as a dessert fruit, or blended into milkshakes, smoothies, ice creams, and traditional sweets.
Plant & Growing Details
Type: Long-lived, evergreen tropical and subtropical tree with dense, glossy green foliage.
Climate: Thrives in warm, humid tropical and subtropical weather conditions.
Sunlight: Requires full, direct sunlight (at least 6 to 8 hours daily) for optimal growth and heavy fruiting.
Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile sandy loam or organic-rich garden soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
Maintenance: Low-maintenance and hardy once established, needing regular watering during its early growth stage and moderate watering thereafter.
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