Asimina triloba (Common Pawpaw, Pawpaw, Custard Apple)

Asimina triloba (Common Pawpaw) is a deciduous fruit tree native to the eastern United States. It belongs to the Annonaceae family and is known for its unique, custard-like fruits and attractive foliage. Appearance: Common Pawpaw is a small to medium-sized tree that typically reaches heights of 15 to 30 feet (4.5 to 9 meters). It has large, oblong, and alternate leaves that are dark green and have a tropical appearance. The leaves can reach lengths of up to 12 inches. Flowers: The tree produces purplish-brown to maroon flowers with a foul odor, often described as smelling like rotting meat. This odor attracts flies, which are the primary pollinators of the flowers. Fruit: Common Pawpaw is best known for its unique fruit, which is the largest edible fruit native to North America. The fruit is typically green when unripe and turns yellow or brown as it ripens. The flesh of the fruit is custard-like in texture and has a sweet, tropical flavor reminiscent of banana, mango, and melon. The