Ackee – Blighia sapida – 7 Gallon

Ackee – Blighia sapida is a tropical evergreen tree renowned for its distinctive fruit. The pinnately compound leaves are glossy green, and the tree produces clusters of fragrant, greenish-white flowers. The most notable feature of the Ackee plant is its fruit, which is pear-shaped and turns bright red to orange when mature. However, only the arils surrounding the seeds are edible, as the seeds and other parts of the fruit contain toxic compounds. When properly harvested and prepared, Ackee arils have a creamy texture and a mild, nutty flavor. Ackee trees thrive in well-drained soil and warm temperatures, contributing to the rich culinary and cultural heritage of the regions where it is grown. Botanical Name  Blighia sapidaAlso Known As  Akee | Ackee Apple | Achee | Vegetable brains | 西非荔枝果 | 阿基果Specifications USDA Zone  Light Needs  Watering Needs  Leaves  Life Cycle  Avg. Mature Size  Growth Rate  Bloom Time  Flower Color  Harvest Season  Years to Bear  10 – 12Partial – Full SunRegularlyEvergreenPerennial20′ Tall and 20′ WideFastSpringWhiteSummer3 Years WARNING: The fruit must only be picked after the fruit has naturally opened , All parts of the immature (unripe) or overripe fruit are highly poisonous (hypoglycin A and B toxin). The red tissue and veins that attach the aril to the seed must be removed before eating properly harvested fruit.