Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptopetala
ID:
507012

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 108: 196 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506344

Common Names

  • Anona leptopetala
  • Leptopetala Anona
  • Anona

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Description

Annona leptopetala (also called Slender-petiole Custard Apple, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical dry forest and tropical moist forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Annona leptopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Annona leptopetala 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

Annona leptopetala is a small tree that grows up to 8m in height. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought and light frost. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Annona leptopetala

Annona leptopetala can be found in Central and South America.

Annona leptopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Annona leptopetala?

Annona leptopetala

What is the family of Annona leptopetala?

Annonaceae

Where is Annona leptopetala native to?

Central and 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.
Heimo Rainer (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rainer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77080789-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.