Description:
Asimina triloba, commonly known as the pawpaw, is the largest native fruit-bearing tree in the United States. It produces large, tropical fruits in the fall and features dark purple flowers in early spring. This deciduous tree is cold tolerant to -25 degrees Fahrenheit and thrives in moist, organic-rich soil. Its leaves turn brilliant yellow in the fall, and it serves as a host plant for Zebra Swallowtail butterfly caterpillars.
Sources:
- [1] Paw Paw: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
- [2] Paw Paw: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
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Last Updated August 18, 2025