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

External Links

• [http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b500
• [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asimina_triloba
• [http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/09/what-are-pawpaws-wild-fruit-midwest-how-to-prep-and-eat-pawpaws.html
• [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BVAJ3PXZ1k