Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
williamsii
ID:
507037

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 108: 198 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506369

Common Names

  • Custard Apple
  • Sugar Apple
  • Cherimoya

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Description

Annona williamsii (also called Williams' Custard Apple, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Annona williamsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Annona williamsii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Annon williamsii 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 williamsii

Annona williamsii is native to Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Panama.

Annona williamsii FAQ

What is the common name of Annona williamsii?

Williamsii

What is the natural habitat of Annona williamsii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the optimal temperature for Annona williamsii?

20-25°C

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

Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
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:77080800-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.