IN BRIEF Distribution Currently found throughout the tropics, including some Paciic islands. Size Medium tree 15 m (50 ft) or more in height at maturity. Habitat Grows best in equatorial lowlands below 600–650 m (1970–2130 ft) and rainfall of 1300–3800 mm (50–150 in) but is widely adaptable. Vegetation In native range, an important component of the vegetation associated with lowland mixed alluvial forests; in cultivation, associated with a wide variety of domesticated plants. Soils Deep, fertile, well drained soils are pre- ferred. Growth rate Moderately fast growing in fa- vorable conditions, growing 0.5–1.5 m (1.5–5 ft) per year. Main agroforestry uses Overstory, home- gardens. Main products Staple food, wood for crafts. Yields Mature trees can yield 600–800 fruits per season. Intercropping Interplanted with small fruit trees or short-term fruit and vegetable crops. Invasive potential It has little potential for invasiveness. Species Profiles for Pacific Island Agroforestry www.traditionaltree.org April 2006 ver. 2.1 Young breadnut tree. photo: D. Ragone