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Unusual Winter Fruiting of Asimina triloba in Southern Ohio

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Summary

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Pawpaw trees in Ohio produced fruit through winter for the first time on record, likely due to unusually warm fall temperatures.

Key Findings

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Unprecedented winter fruiting at 3 sites

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Active fruit development below 0C

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Extended fall warmth as likely driver

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Original Abstract

Multiple observers report pawpaw trees retaining and producing fruit through January 2026, unprecedented in regional records. Trees at 3 sites showed active fruit development despite sub-freezing temperatures, potentially linked to extended fall warmth.

Species Mentioned

eco Pawpaw
phenology climate-anomaly fruiting-shift

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