This article contains a wealth of geographical, historical and botanical information about the rose family fruits in the tropics. Contents Include: Kiki or Japanese Persimmon - Cultivation, Propagation, Yield and Picking, Pests and Diseases, Varieties; Black Sapote; Mabolo. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.