Description
Annona cherimola, commonly known as cherimoya or custard apple, is a small, semi-deciduous tree that typically grows 5-9 meters (16-30 feet) tall. It has a rounded canopy, gray-brown bark, and simple, oval-shaped green leaves measuring 5-15 centimeters (2-6 inches) long. The tree produces fragrant, pale green flowers and large, heart-shaped fruits with scaly skin. The creamy white flesh inside is sweet, soft, and filled with shiny black seeds.
Native to the Andean highlands of Peru and Ecuador, cherimoya thrives in subtropical and mild temperate climates, especially in areas with cool nights and warm days. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun.