Unveiling the Secrets of the Cherimoya Fruit: Thirty-three Questions Answered

If you live in an area where you can grow this fruit, and you’re looking for something different, you’ve found it.

Erica L Martin
5 min readAug 27, 2023
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If you’ve ever considered trying a new fruit or vegetable, you might consider the Cherimoya fruit. What is the Cherimoya fruit, though, and how is it different from other fruits? Though this fruit can only be grown in certain areas of the United States, those who can grow it will enjoy its unique taste. I’ll explain what a Cherimoya fruit is and answer some of the most frequently asked questions about it in this article.

What is the Cherimoya fruit?

This fruit is native to South America and is also called a custard apple. It looks rough and bumpy on the outside, but the fruit flesh is smooth and creamy, like custard. A ripe cherimoya tastes like a mix of pineapple and banana. If you can’t find it in your local grocery store, Aquafina now makes cherimoya-flavored bottled water.

Are the leaves of a Cherimoya edible?

No, but they contain alkaloids that have been used to kill lice.

Are cherimoya and soursop the same fruit?

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Erica L Martin

I'm a full-time freelance writer. When I'm not writing I love to read, watch TV, crochet, exercise and work on my house.