Also known as Mamey · Mamey Sapote · Mammee Sapota
Mammee Sapote (Pouteria sapota) is a tropical fruit tree native to the Americas, producing large, sweet, and aromatic orange-fleshed fruits.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruit production.
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, fertile soil
50% intensity
Warm Tropical
75% intensity
Ideal temperatures are between 20-30°C. Sensitive to frost; protect young plants from cold.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize young trees regularly during growth; mature trees need potassium-rich feed before fruiting.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Mammee Sapote prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogged conditions. Water deeply when the top 2-5 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months, but never let the soil become completely dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune Mammee Sapote to shape the tree, remove dead or diseased branches, and improve air circulation. Light pruning can be done anytime, but major structural pruning is best done after harvesting fruit.
Avoid excessive pruning, as it can reduce fruit yield.
Mammee Sapote is primarily propagated by seeds, which can be germinated in warm, moist conditions. Grafting is also a common method for producing desired cultivars and accelerating fruiting.
Cuttings are generally difficult to root.
Young Mammee Sapote trees may need repotting every 1-2 years into larger containers as they grow. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring.
Avoid disturbing the root ball excessively to minimize transplant shock.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Mammee Sapote (Pouteria sapota)
Where Mammee Sapote (Pouteria sapota) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Sapotaceae |
| Genus | Pouteria |
| Species | Pouteria sapota |
Similar in genus Pouteria
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