Annona maritima (Aratikum)

Annona maritima (Aratikum) close up of green round fruit cluster on a woody branch

Botanical names: Annona maritima, Rollinia maritima

Common names: Aratikum, Quaresma

Family: Annonaceae

Origin: South America

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterEdible plant

This subtropical shrub or small tree, bears a close resemblance to other annonas. The fruit is the size of an apple with sweet pulp, melting like ice cream. Propagated by seed.

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Annona maritima (Aratikum) with textured pale green fruit close up among smooth oval foliage
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