5 Seeds Soncoya Annona purpurea Tropical Fruit Tree

Soncoya is a tropical fruiting tree in the Annonaceae family, known for its large, aromatic fruit and broad, glossy leaves. Native to Central America and northern South America, it is grown by collectors and tropical fruit enthusiasts for its ornamental foliage and distinctive produce.

The fruit is valued for its sweet, aromatic flesh, often enjoyed fresh when ripe and used in beverages and desserts in its native regions. Outside the tropics, soncoya is typically cultivated as a container specimen or greenhouse tree, where its lush foliage and unusual fruit make a striking ornamental feature. It prefers warm, humid conditions and well-drained soil.
Species: Annona purpurea
Type: Tropical fruiting tree
Plant_Habit: Upright tree
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, rich, slightly acidic
Zones: 10-11
Germination: Sow seeds in warm, moist, well-drained medium; keep consistently warm
Sowing: Surface sow and lightly cover; keep moist and warm
Spacing: 15-20 feet between trees
Notes: Protect from frost; thrives in humid tropical climates