Asimina triloba Improved (Improved Common Pawpaw, Pawpaw, Custard Apple)

Asimina triloba Improved (Improved Common Pawpaw, Pawpaw, Custard Apple) is a cultivar of the Common Pawpaw (Asimina triloba). Seed is collected from yellow-fruited grafted cultivars. Seeds shipped moist. Improved fruit flavor.

Fruit Quality: The Improved Pawpaw is chosen for its exceptional fruit quality. Like other pawpaw varieties, it typically produces fruit with a creamy texture and a sweet, tropical flavor reminiscent of banana, mango, and melon.

Appearance: Improved Pawpaw shares the general appearance of the Asimina triloba species. It is a small deciduous tree that typically grows to heights of about 15 to 30 feet (4.5 to 9 meters) tall. It has large, tropical-looking leaves that are clustered at the ends of branches. 

Flowers: The flowers of the Selected Pawpaw are similar to those of the Common Pawpaw. They are typically purplish-brown to maroon in color and emit a foul odor that attracts flies, which are the primary pollinators of the flowers.

Fruit Ripening: The fruit of the Pawpaw typically ripens in late summer to early autumn, depending on the local climate. Seed is collected from yellow-fruited grafted cultivars. Seeds shipped moist. Improved fruit flavor.

Cultural and Culinary Uses: The fruit of the Pawpaw is primarily enjoyed fresh due to its outstanding flavor. It can also be used in various culinary applications, including desserts, smoothies, and jams.