'Overleese' Pawpaw was found in its native habitat in 1950.  WB Ward selected Asimina triloba 'Overleese' in Indiana for its large, delicious fruit which ripens in early to mid September.  The mahogany three petal flowers are very unusual in appearance and are pollinated primarily by flies (hence the old custom of hanging chicken neck pieces in the trees during the spring blooming season).  The large fruit appears in showy clusters and turns yellow when ripe.

• Category: Woody Ornamentals
• Alternate Cultivar: Overleese
• Hardiness Zone: 5
• Height: 25 Feet
• Spread: 25 Feet
• Bloom Color: Purple