Botanical Name |
Garcinia aristata |
Common Names |
Cuban Mangosteen, Cuban Garcinia |
Family |
Clusiaceae (Guttiferae) |
Origin |
Cuba (endemic) |
Plant Type |
Evergreen tropical fruit tree/shrub |
Life Cycle |
Perennial |
Mature Size |
10–20 ft tall x 8–15 ft wide |
Light |
Full sun to partial shade |
Water Needs |
Moderate; keep soil consistently moist |
Soil |
Rich, well-drained, loamy to sandy |
Bloom Time |
Spring to summer |
Flower Color |
White to pale yellow |
USDA Zones |
10–11 |
Florida Native |
No |
Propagation |
Seeds |
Seasonal Traits |
Evergreen |
Time to Harvest |
3–5 years from planting |