Tree Friends – Rollinia Deliciosa
Rollinia Deliciosa a.k.a. ROLLINIA
Life expectancy
-At least 15 years
Years until first fruit
-Within 3 years
Season
-Main crop is August-September-October
Expected or average number of fruiting years
– ~15 years
Country of origin
-Native to lowlands of Brazil
Average annual rainfall in area of origin
– >1300mm
Latin Name of Tree and Family
Rollinia Deliciosa
Annonaceae
Interesting facts
-Flood tolerant, sun loving, leaves are up to 35 cm long
-Fruit has extremely short shelf life
-Used to make wine in Brazil
-Can use the wood for boat construction
Height, width, shape
-Height 4-15m, Width 3.5-4m, dense rounded canopy
Special requirements
-Very susceptible to wind damage, particularly when young
-Intolerant of temperatures below 3˚C
