Akee Fruit Plants (Blighia Sapida) Plant Type:Seedling Plant numerous trunks and soft pubescence

numerous trunks and soft pubescence covering its young leaves and stems

Sweet in taste with a slight mix of tanginess

The Candle Fruit is an elongated and cylindrical fruit that looks like freshly-dipped candles and hangs from the branches

central and south America

Akee Fruit Plants (Blighia Sapida) Plant Type:Seedling Plant numerous trunks and soft pubescenceAkee (Blighia Sapida): Botanical Name: Blighia Sapida Common Names: Akee, Ankye, Achee, Ackee Apple, Ayee General Information: Indigenous to tropical West Africa, National fruit of Jamaica, Glossy red to orange yellow pear shaped fruit, Three celled capsule with one to three glossy black seeds, Delicate, nutty flavor, resembling lychee. Nutritional Content: Rich in proteins, zinc, and vitamins B and C. Uses: Consumed raw or boiled in milk or water,