Nance is a tropical fruit native to the Caribbean, Central, and Latin America. It is also known by various other names, such as Nanche, Hogberry, Yaca, Maricao cimun, Craboo, Golden Spoon, Yellow Cherry, and more. This small, yellow-orange fruit resembles a cherry in shape, but has a unique flavor and aroma.
 
Nance fruit is packed with vitamin C, dietary fiber, and various other vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy addition to your diet. The fruit can be eaten raw or cooked, and has an acidic, subtly sweet, and sour flavor with fruity notes of lychee, banana, and crabapple mixed with a sharp, parmesan-like taste.
 
Fruit size: 0.4 - 0.8 inches in diameter
Tree size: 15 -30 ft tall
Season: Spring - Early Summer
Cold tolerance: 35 - 39F