From a seed of unknown parentage planted in 1936 at the residence of E.L. Cushman, Miami, Fla. Origin: Tree: vigorous; large, spreading, medium-dense canopy. Fruit: eating quality excellent. Shape: round; base flattened; stout stem inserted squarely in a shallow cavity; apex rounded with a small lateral beak; surface smooth. Size: length 10.5-13 cm; breadth 10.5-13 cm; thickness 10-11 cm. Weight: 700-950 g. Skin: ground color bright yellow; rarely a pink blush; numerous large white and russet dots; skin thick, tough, and easily separating. Flesh: soft, melting, and juicy pale yellow flesh; flavor sweet, rich, and aromatic with a strong, pleasant aroma; no fiber. Stone and seed: thick and woody stone with a monoembryonic seed filling 90% to 100% of the stone. Season: July to August. Distinctive appearance due to its shape; long shelf life when kept at ambient temperature; seeds of late-season fruit sometimes sprout within the fruit; previously known in Florida as Big Yellow.
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