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The abiu (Pouteria caimito) is a tall tree in the Sapotaceae family, native to Central and South America, including regions such as Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad-Tobago, and Venezuela. Abiu (Latin: Pouteria caimito, family Sapotaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Abiu is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Abiu is a member of the Sapotaceae family native to BOL, BZN, BZE, BZS, BZL, and BZC. Abiu thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Abiu grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist, wet water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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