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White Sapote, scientifically known as Casimiroa edulis, is a deciduous tree native to Central American and southern Mexican regions such as Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and various parts of Mexico. White Sapote (Latin: Casimiroa edulis) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
White Sapote is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
White Sapote is a member native to COS, ELS, GUA, HON, MXC, and MXG. White Sapote thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
White Sapote grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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