Zapote negro mont's, zapotillo.

Diospyros conzattii

Physical Characteristics

Diospyros conzattii is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 10 m (32ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Central America - southern Mexico.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw[ 553 ]. An exquisite flavour[ 46 , 553 ]. The fruit is about 4cm wide and 2cm long, containing 5 - 10 fairly large seeds[ 553 ].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known