At Inca Plant Nursery, we’re always excited to bring you rare and delicious fruits from around the world. One of the most exciting additions to our collection is Achacha (Garcinia humilis)—a small, orange fruit from Bolivia with a taste that surprises and delights everyone who tries it.
What is Achacha?
Also known as Achachairú in Bolivia, this fruit comes from the Amazon basin and is a close relative of the mangosteen. The name means “honey kiss” in the Guaraní language—a fitting description for its flavor.
Achacha fruit is egg-shaped, with a smooth orange skin and soft, white pulp inside. The flavor is sweet, tangy, and citrusy, often compared to lemonade with a tropical twist. It’s refreshing, low in sugar, and loaded with antioxidants.
How to Eat It
Eating Achacha is simple:
- Lightly squeeze or cut the skin
- Peel back the rind to reveal the pulp
- Suck or scoop the flesh from around the seed
- Chill the fruit before eating for the most refreshing experience
You can also use it in juices, sorbets, or desserts—and even the rind can be steeped to make a tart, energizing drink.
Growing Achacha in Zone 9b
Achacha is a slow-growing tropical evergreen that can adapt to Florida’s climate with care. In zone 9b, it grows 10–20 feet tall, making it suitable for smaller gardens or containers.
Growing tips:
- Sun: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
- Water: Keep soil evenly moist—not soggy
- Cold protection: Protect young trees below 35°F
- Container-friendly: Can be grown in large pots and moved as needed
Though it takes a few years to fruit, the flavor and rarity make it worth the wait. Plus, the tree itself is attractive with glossy leaves and a tidy shape.
