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This is a white sapote
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Native to Mexico and Central America

Season: May - August

Size: 2 ½ - 5 inches in diameter

Nutrition: Source of vitamin C


white sapote

Uses:
Fresh, salads, milk shakes

Allow to ripen at room temperature.
Flesh is white to yellowish-white, creamy with a sweet flavor.
Best eaten fresh or may be refrigerated up to 7 days


Tropical Fruit Growers of South Florida, Inc. / 18710 S. W. 288 Street, Homestead, Florida  33030

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