I can't answer about growing it, but have you ever tasted one to know that you'd like it? But I've read it can be used to make bread, pies, ice cream, jams, pudding, even saw a recipe for salsa.
But I also read they have a very short shelf life, once they ripen and fall from the tree, they turn to mush very quickly, so they're only sold at local markets. Also the skin and seeds are toxic.
Here's a few links that might help you decide. But I'd still want to taste one first before going through the trouble.
https://www.allrecipes.com/art...
https://www.freep.com/story/ne...
