Lemon Drop Mangosteen / Madrono Africa This Red Coloured form is

This Red Coloured form is from Atherton Tablelands

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One of the most important varieties in Italy

Loses leaves during winter

Lemon Drop Mangosteen / Madrono Africa This Red Coloured form isCurrent height between 60 80cms. Madrono Very attractive slow growing tree, with dark green leathery leaves. Native to wet forests of Central America. Oval shaped fruits are produced in summer reaching up to 5cm. The white pulp has a pleasant subacid aromatic flavour, but can be quite acid if harvested prematurely. Very ornamental making an excellent display potted plant. While the tree may not produce fruit in colder regions, the leaves are quite