Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantophylla
ID:
538437

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(2): 23 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537769

Common Names

  • Giant Custard Apple
  • Giant Sugar Apple
  • Giant Annona

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Description

Annona gigantophylla (also called giant-leaved soursop, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the custard apple family, Annonaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, lowland forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Annona gigantophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Annona gigantophylla has large, yellow flowers with red centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Annona gigantophylla is a small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and rooted in a moist environment. The tree prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Annona gigantophylla

Annona gigantophylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Annona gigantophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Annona gigantophylla?

Annona gigantophylla

What is the common name of Annona gigantophylla?

Gigantophyll custard apple

What is the natural habitat of Annona gigantophylla?

Tropical rainforests of 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

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:14268-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.