This tree prefers a sandy soil environment within tropical areas of northern Australia. The tree looks rather spindly and sparse, even though it can grow to 7 metres or more in height. Large oval leaves turn from green to yellow before falling to the ground during the cooler months. The fruiting season is at the end of the Wet, from Mar,Apr, May and Jun. the tear shaped fruit turn from a rich green in colour to a yellowish green when fully ripe. Ripe fruit found littering the ground are often tinged pink or red. Each plum has a central . . .

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