Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
edulis
ID:
507001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Triana & Planch.) H.Rainer

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 108: 194 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506333

Common Names

  • Anona edulis
  • Edulis Anona
  • Anona

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Description

Annona edulis (also called Sugar-apple, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical dry forest and tropical moist forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Annona edulis is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruit. The fruit is rich in vitamin C and can be eaten raw or used to make juices, jams, and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Annona edulis is a white, fragrant, 5-petaled flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Annon edulis is a shrub or small tree that grows in tropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Annona edulis

Annon edulis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in areas of Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Annona edulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Annona edulis?

Annona edulis

What is the growth habit of Annona edulis?

Annona edulis is an evergreen perennial shrub.

What is the native range of Annona edulis?

Annona edulis is native to South America.

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,

References

José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Heimo Rainer (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rainer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77080778-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.