Status:
valid
Authors:
(Szyszył.) Poepp. ex Maas & Westra
Source:
cmp
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 57: 162 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537718
Common Names
- Heart-leaved Custard-apple
- Cordifolia Annona
- Annona Cordifolia
Description
Annona cordifolia (also called Heart-leaved Annona, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in the rainforest habitats of West and Central Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Annona cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. Its leaves and fruits are also used for medicinal purposes. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Annona cordifolia is yellow and has five petals. The seed of Annona cordifolia is black and round in shape. The seedlings of Annona cordifolia are thin and dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Annona cordifolia is a tropical tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated from cuttings. It can also be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to three months. The seed should be soaked in water overnight before planting.
Where to Find Annona cordifolia
Annona cordifolia is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Annona cordifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Annona cordifolia?
Annona cordifolia
What is the common name of Annona cordifolia?
Heart-leaved annona
What is the habitat of Annona cordifolia?
Annona cordifolia is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams.
Species in the Annona genus
Annona andicola,
Annona bahiensis,
Annona boliviana,
Annona calcarata,
Annona centrantha,
Annona cuspidata,
Annona danforthii,
Annona dolichopetala,
Annona edulis,
Annona emarginata,
Annona fendleri,
Annona ferruginea,
Annona fosteri,
Annona glomerulifera,
Annona helosioides,
Annona herzogii,
Annona hispida,
Annona jucunda,
Annona leptopetala,
Annona mammifera,
Annona maritima,
Annona neoamazonica,
Annona neochrysocarpa,
Annona neoecuadoarensis,
Annona neoelliptica,
Annona neoinsignis,
Annona neosalicifolia,
Annona neosericea,
Annona neoulei,
Annona neovelutina,
Annona pachyantha,
Annona papilionella,
Annona pickelii,
Annona rensoniana,
Annona rufinervis,
Annona rugulosa,
Annona schunkei,
Annona williamsii,
Annona acuminata,
Annona acutiflora,
Annona acutifolia,
Annona amazonica,
Annona ambotay,
Annona angustifolia,
Annona annonoides,
Annona asplundiana,
Annona atabapensis,
Annona aurantiaca,
Annona bicolor,
Annona billbergii,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,