Lúcuma
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An exotic and valuable tree that will add a unique and special touch to your garden. Native to the Andes, it is highly prized for its fruit, which is used in sweets and ice cream.
An evergreen tree growing up to 15 metres tall with tough, light-coloured bark. Long, elliptical, dark green leaves. Small, greenish-yellow, tubular flowers in clusters.
The fruit is round but pointed at the end and bright green in colour. It weighs around 200 g. The flesh is very sweet and has a characteristic intense yellow colour.
It needs well-drained soil with organic matter.
Use
Culinary, Fruit production, Gardening
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Flowering
| Flower colour | Yellow |
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| Flowering period | April, May, June, July, August, Spring |
| Fruit colour | Green |
Botanical information
| Common name | POUTERIA LUCUMA - Lúcuma |
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When to plant?
| Planting period | April, May, June, July, Spring |
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| Harvest period | January, February, March, December, Winter |
Where to plant?
| Type of use | Culinary, Fruit production, Gardening |
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| Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |
| Soil type | Clay, Sand, Loam, Rich |
| Soil moisture | Well-drained |
| Hardiness | Drought resistant, Half-hardy (0ºC) |
| Climate zone | Sub-tropical, Warm areas, Temperate areas |
Care
| Watering | Moderate |
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