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Black Sapote Tree (Diospyros digyna)
$59.99
Grow your own tropical treat with this Black Sapote (Diospyros digyna) tree, also known as the Chocolate Pudding Fruit. This exotic fruit tree is loved for its green, tomato-like fruits that ripen to reveal a smooth, dark brown pulp with a rich, sweet flavor reminiscent of chocolate pudding.
Our Black Sapote seedlings are greenhouse-grown and shipped in 1-gallon pots, ready to be transplanted into larger containers or directly into the ground in warm climates.
Plant Details
Type: Tropical fruit tree
Plant Size: Seedling, approx. 12–18 inches tall
Pot Size: 1 gallon nursery pot
Botanical Name: Diospyros digyna
Hardiness: USDA Zones 10–11 (grow indoors or in containers in cooler climates)
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
Growth Habit: Evergreen tree; can reach 20–40 ft in ideal conditions
Self-Pollinating: Yes – one tree can produce fruit, but yields may improve with cross-pollination
Why You'll Love It
Produces unique fruit with a texture and taste like chocolate pudding
Perfect for desserts, smoothies, or eating fresh
A rare and conversation-worthy tropical tree
Glossy green leaves make it a beautiful ornamental addition
Can be grown in-ground or in large containers
What You’ll Receive
One healthy Black Sapote seedling shipped in a 1-gallon nursery pot
Care Requirements
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, neutral to slightly acidic soil
Water: Moderate – keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
Fertilizer: Use a balanced fruit tree fertilizer during the growing season
Plant Size:
1-Gallon – Well-rooted seedling, ready for transplanting
Shipping Info
All plants are carefully packaged and shipped to ensure they arrive healthy, happy, and ready to thrive in your garden or patio.
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Reviews
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5 stars
Thanks for the wonderful tree!
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Highly recommend
Highly recommend this tree if you’re looking for something unique, delicious, and tropical for your yard. I’ll definitely be ordering more rare fruit trees from them soon!
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Wonderful experience
I couldn’t be happier with my Black Sapote tree from Exotic Plant Nursery. It arrived well-packaged, healthy, and already over two feet tall! I planted it in a sunny corner of my yard and within a couple months, it doubled in size. The glossy green leaves are beautiful and tropical-looking, and it's quickly become a centerpiece in my garden. This is my first time growing Black Sapote (aka "chocolate pudding fruit"), and I was amazed at how easy it is to care for. The team at Exotic Plant Nursery even answered a couple of my questions about watering and soil. Can’t wait for the first fruit—heard it tastes like chocolate custard when ripe!