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Asepoko, scientifically known as Pouteria guianensis, is a large tree native to the tropical regions of French Guiana, Trinidad-Tobago, Venezuela, Bolivia, Brazil North, Northeast, South, and Southeast. Asepoko (Latin: Pouteria guianensis, family Sapotaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Asepoko is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Asepoko is a member of the Sapotaceae family native to FRG, TRT, VEN, BOL, BZN, and BZE. Asepoko thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Asepoko grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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