(1/7) Sputnik Rollinia split in half showing very little seeds picked in Daleys Biodome in Kyogle
(2/7) Opened Sputnik Rollinia fruit showing the translucent flesh and relatively small number of seeds
(3/7) Holding up a Sputnik Rollinia that is ripe and ready to eat
(4/7) Video: Picking a Sputnik Rollinia from the tree inside Daleys Biodome
(5/7) Sputnik Rollinia growing in the biodome row 3 at Daleys Fruit Tree Nursery
(6/7) Rollinia Sputnik
(7/7) Shows a ripening on the tree Rollinia Sputnik fruit
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Rollinia - Sputnik
Annona mucosa
A local selection chosen for the quality of the fruit by a local fruit grower. Delicious lemony flavour with bright yellow fruits. A relative of the cherimoya this plant has its origins in tropical America. The fruit about 100mm in diameter has a creamy j... Read Moreuicy and delicious flesh, according to some tasting like lemon meringue pie.
Other Names: Rollinia mucosa, Biriba, Brazilian custard apple
$49.00
Preferred Climate Tropical, Subtropical
Grown From Grafted
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 5-10m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)
Can it Handle Frosts? Likes Temps above 5deg
Amount of leaves in Winter? Some Leaves (Partly Deciduous)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA
Suitability in Pots Yes with 35L+ Pot
Water Requirements Moderate Watering
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage
Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
Fruiting/Harvest Months March, April, May, June, July, August, September
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