The Grocer’s Encyclopedia
Artemas Ward’s Encyclopedia of Foods and Beverages — New York, 1911

CUSTARD APPLE

local titles of a West Indian fruit somewhat resembling the Northern Papaw. It is a member of the Anona family, which includes the Sweet-sop, Sour-sop, Cherimoya, etc. It is generally round in shape, with skin varying from yellowish to reddish brown and greenish-white pulp of light texture which is sometimes described as of "Custard" consistence.

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