Peanut butter fruit - Bunchosia armeniaca (Care, Characteristics, Flower, Images)

Peanut butter fruit

Peanut butter fruit (Bunchosia armeniaca) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that produces round red fruit, which smell like peanut butter (hence the common name "Peanut butter fruit"). This tree is sometimes grown ornamentally; it has an attractive appearance and blooms multiple times in a year, but the fruit is the main purpose for cultivation.

Scientific classification

Species

Peanut butter fruit (Bunchosia armeniaca)

Nances, spurges, willows and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Tree, Shrub

Plant Type

Spring, Summer, Fall

Bloom Time

Fall

Harvest Time

Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Peanut butter fruit

Distribution of Peanut butter fruit

Distribution Map

Peanut butter fruit, a plant species native to the tropical Andean regions of South America, has a presence that extends through the continent's northwestern areas. Besides its natural habitat, peanut butter fruit has been cultivated and can be found in non-native regions. In cultivation, its range surpasses its original geographical bounds, although specific introduced regions are not documented in the given data.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Gardens, Farms

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Peanut butter fruit

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Peanut butter fruit flourishes in tropical environments with consistent moisture and high humidity. Water every 2-3 weeks, allowing slight soil drying. Preferred outdoors, peanut butter fruit benefits from natural light and rainwater during growth, enhancing nutrient uptake and vigor.

Fertilize: Fertilize peanut butter fruit every two months with a 10-10-10 NPK formula for optimal growth. Use 1-2 tablespoons for young plants and 1/4 cup for mature ones. Water after fertilizing, monitor soil pH, and always wear gloves during application.

Pruning: Peanut butter fruit emits a distinct peanut butter scent from its berries. Prune in early to late winter while dormant, removing dead wood and thinning branches to enhance growth and fruit yield. Use sharp, sterilized tools for prevention of infections, as recommended by reputable horticultural sources.

Propagation: Peanut butter fruit, native to South America, is a fruiting plant known for its peanut butter-like flavor. For propagation, use semi-hardwood cuttings treated with rooting hormone, then plant in a well-drained sandy mix under humid, warm conditions. Regular pest and disease monitoring is essential for a healthy peanut butter fruit.

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