Black Pudding Fruit Tree And Chocolate Sapote Fruit Tree 4 L Pot
AU$120.00
Price incl. GST (10%) AU$10.91
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Product Details
The Chocolate Sapote is a tropical fruit tree known for its soft brown flesh that looks and tastes mildly like chocolate pudding when fully ripe. It is also commonly called the Black Pudding Fruit Tree. Its botanical name is Diospyros digyna.
Features
- Evergreen tropical fruit tree
- Attractive glossy green leaves
- Produces green fruits that turn soft brown-black inside when ripe
- Flesh texture becomes creamy like chocolate custard
- Sweet flavour with hints of cocoa, caramel, and persimmon
- Fruit is rich in vitamin C and fibre
Tree Size
- Can grow around 4–10 metres depending on pruning and conditions
- In Perth home gardens, usually kept around 3–5 metres with regular pruning
Fruiting Time
- Usually fruits in late autumn to winter in warm climates
- Grafted trees can fruit earlier, often within 2–4 years
- Seed-grown trees may take 5–7 years or longer
Growing Conditions in Perth
Chocolate Sapote grows well in Perth’s warm climate, especially in frost-free areas.
Sunlight
- Full sun to part shade
- Best fruiting in a warm sunny position
Soil
- Well-draining rich soil
- Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil
- Add compost and organic matter before planting
Watering
- Keep soil consistently moist during establishment
- Deep watering during hot Perth summers
- Mulch well to protect roots from heat
Fertiliser
Feed during spring and summer with:
- Organic compost
- Fruit tree fertiliser
- Slow-release fertiliser high in potassium
Avoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages leaves more than fruit.
Care Tips for Perth
- Protect young plants from strong hot winds
- Mulch heavily in summer
- Prune lightly to maintain manageable height
- Frost protection may be needed for young trees in colder Perth suburbs
How to Eat
The fruit must be fully ripe and soft before eating.
Unripe fruit tastes bitter and astringent.
Popular ways to enjoy:
- Eat fresh with spoon
- Smoothies
- Ice cream
- Desserts
- Chocolate-style mousse
Why It Is Popular
- Unique “chocolate pudding” texture
- Easy-care tropical fruit tree
- Exotic and rare in Australia
- Great conversation plant for edible gardens
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Black Pudding Fruit Tree And Chocolate Sapote Fruit Tree 4 L Pot
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