Ackee Starter Plant (Blighia sapida) Live Tropical Fruit Tree 12"-24" | Caribbean Culinary Treasure | Grow Your Own Exotic Tree

Grow an Ackee tree 🌿 and enjoy its unique Caribbean fruit! Live tropical plant (12”-24”). Perfect for gardens or as a culinary centerpiece.

• 🌳 Exotic Appeal: Ackee tree (Blighia sapida), the national fruit of Jamaica, is a must-have for tropical plant enthusiasts.
• 🥥 Unique Fruit: Produces creamy, nutty arils nestled in bright red pods—key ingredient in “Ackee and Saltfish.”
• 🌴 Tropical Beauty: Features lush, dark green leaves and clusters of fragrant flowers; grows 12”-24” tall (starter size).
• 🌞 Sun & Soil Needs: Thrives in full sun and well-draining soil; perfect for tropical and subtropical climates.
• 🌿 Manageable Growth: Can be pruned for smaller spaces or left to mature into a stunning 30-40 ft tree.
• 🛡️ Safety First: Fully ripe fruits are edible and must be cooked; avoid consuming unripe fruit or pods due to natural toxins.
• 🌍 Culinary Legacy: Celebrate Caribbean traditions by growing this iconic tree; perfect for chefs and plant lovers alike.
• 🌱 Starter Plant: 12”-24” live tree, ready to grow into a fruiting tropical gem with proper care and patience.
• 🏡 Versatile Growing: Suitable for outdoor planting in warm climates or as a container plant in greenhouses.
• Common Name: Ackee Tree
• Scientific Name: Blighia sapida
• Plant Height: 12”-24” (starter); mature height up to 30-40 ft
• Fruit Characteristics: Creamy arils in bright red pods; nutty flavor when cooked
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy/loamy soil with slightly acidic to neutral pH
• Watering Needs: Consistent moisture; avoid waterlogging
• USDA Zones: 9-11 (outdoor); container growing in cooler zones
• Special Features: Edible fruit (when properly prepared), fragrant flowers, ornamental foliage
• Harvest Time: 3-5 years under ideal conditions

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Type: Starter Plant

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Ships from: USA
Vendor: Jayme Garden