Lucuma Fruit Seeds Pouteria Lucuma Exotic Superfruit Tree Sweet Golden Flesh

Lucuma (Pouteria lucuma) is a tropical fruit tree native to South America, prized for its rich, golden-yellow fruit that tastes like maple, caramel, and sweet potato. Often called the “Gold of the Incas”, lucuma is a superfruit packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. It’s a perfect addition to smoothies, desserts, or health foods. The evergreen tree has glossy green leaves and can be grown outdoors in warm climates or indoors in large containers as a decorative edible plant.

🌱 Germination & Growing Information:

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with good organic matter

• Temperature: Warm climate, 20–30°C (68–86°F) ideal

• Pre-treatment: Soak seeds in warm water for 24–48 hours before sowing

• Planting Depth: 2–3 cm (1 inch) deep

• Germination Time: 4–8 weeks, keep warm and consistently moist

• Watering: Keep soil slightly moist, avoid waterlogging

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Fertilizer: Use organic compost or balanced fertilizer monthly

• Height: Up to 15 m (50 ft) outdoors; manageable in pots with pruning

• Maturity: Begins fruiting in 3–5 years under ideal conditions

• Special Care: Protect from frost; prefers humid tropical or subtropical environments