PawPaw

Asimina triloba

Description

This small tree has large drooping, pear-shaped leaves that are slightly aromatic. Flowers are inconspicuous and are green upon opening and turn to dark purple or maroon in color. The edible fruit is large, yellow-green 3 to 6 inches long and ripen in September. Fruits have a thin skin, which contain a yellow custard-like pulp. The leaves turn bright yellow in the fall. Height at maturity is 20 ft.

Uses

This species can be commonly used for wildlife food and cover. Get more information about PawPaw