Panama Rubber Tree. Mastate blanco (Castilla elastica)

Family: Moraceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Castilla elastica is a deciduous Tree growing to 40 m (131ft) by 35 m (114ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Insects, birds. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweetish flavour. — The succulent fruit has a sweetish flavour.; The ellipsoid reddish fruit is about 4cm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Openings in moist lowland forest. (Zone 10)