Olosappo Live plant (Couepia Polyandryis)

General Information: Native to southern Mexico, Zapote Amarillo (Olosapo) is a rare and edible fruit cherished for its unique flavor and texture. The ripe fruit boasts a striking yellow to orange-yellow color and features fibrous, semi-dry flesh with an egg-yolk-like consistency. When fully ripe, the flavor is mild and sweet, often compared to canistel, with a distinctive and aromatic taste that blends elements of sweet potato, custard, egg nog, and burnt sugar.

• Color When Ripe: Yellow to orange-yellow
• Texture: Fibrous, semi-dry, egg yolk-like consistency
• Flavor: Mild and sweet, resembling canistel
• Aroma: Distinctive and aromatic, with a unique blend of flavors

Culinary Uses: Zapote Amarillo is versatile in the kitchen. The flesh can be sliced for salads, added to fruit bowls, or used as a topping for baked goods. It is also suitable for pureeing into sauces, cooking into jams and jellies, blending into smoothies, or incorporating into shakes, puddings, and ice cream.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Fiber: Excellent source of fiber, aiding in digestion and cleansing the body.
• Antioxidants: Contains antioxidants that help strengthen the immune system, boost collagen production in the skin, and reduce inflammation.

Maintenance Tips:

• Bloom Time/Fruiting: 4 to 5 Years
• Maintenance Required: Moderate