Pawpaw trees in the forest understory NPS With leaves and branches that deer avoid, and fruit that is loved by all, the pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is a fascinating native tree. It’s the only local member of a large, mainly-tropical plant family (Annonaceae), and produces the largest edible fruit native to North America. Despite being a small, understory tree, unlikely to ever grow into the ...

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What Is Pawpaw? The pawpaw tree (Asimina triloba) is indigenous to 26 states, from Nebraska to Florida and all the way to Ontario. It can grow up to 25 feet tall, reaching maturity and bearing fruit after four to eight years. This unique fruit belongs to the custard apple family. It is related to guanábana, sugar apple, and soursop, which typically grow in the more tropical climates of South ...