What Are You Planting? Growing? Flowering? Harvesting?

[randomq]

The waiwi and cecropia are so resilient, I often wonder if scions from other more desirable fruit trees could be grafted on to them...

[kalianna]

Those strawberry guavas are pretty tasty as is. And they make a great trellis for lilikoi, as well as excellent frames for sweat lodges.

[Durian Fiend]

Thanks Durian Fiend.  I just checked out that site, and found this: https://miamifruit.org/products/freeze-dried-cecropia

Are Cecropia the same as our Puna junk trees?  I think I've seen those fruits; had no idea they were "maple syrup gummy worms!"

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It is!  https://gardenersmag.com/cecropia-fruit/

The scientific name for Cecropia is “Cecropia obtusifolia,” it belongs to the Moraceae family, including figs and mulberries. The Cecropia tree can reach up to 40 meters in height and has distinctive palmate leaves with several fingers.

The traditional use of Cecropia dates back centuries. The fruit is often used in the Amazon to treat infections and skin problems. It has also been used as a digestive aid and for weight loss. The tree leaves have even been boiled in water to make an infusion with anti-inflammatory properties.

In some cultures, Cecropia has spiritual significance. In Brazil, for example, it is believed that the fruit has protective powers and is sometimes used in rituals to attract luck. In parts of Colombia, Cecropia leaves are burned as offerings during certain ceremonies

I've never noticed fruit on our wild Cecropia.  Also, they get so big that harvesting could be challenging.    Anti inflammatory and weight loss?   Sounds like nature's glp 1.  

The small branches and leaves from weed trees are good "chop and drop" mulch.