Pawpaw

Basics

- Scientific Name: Asimina triloba

- Also Known as

- Grows in Zones 5-9

Why it is Useful

- It is one of the few ( if not the only ) fruit native to North America and therefore grows well through many parts of North America with little to no modifications needed.

- It contains a natural pesticide and is therefore pest resistant

Useful Links

1. http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b500

2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asimina_triloba

3. http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/09/what-are-pawpaws-wild-fruit-midwest-how-to-prep-and-eat-pawpaws.html

4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BVAJ3PXZ1k