Monanthotaxis affra (Monanthotaxis)

Monanthotaxis affra (Monanthotaxis) yellow fruit seeds close up
Monanthotaxis affra (Monanthotaxis) yellow fruit seeds resting on a surface

Botanical name: Monanthotaxis affra

Common name: Monanthotaxis

Family: Annonaceae

Origin: Southeastern Africa and Madagascar

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant

Monanthotaxis is a Afrotropical plant genus with some 56 species, belonging to the Annonaceae. They are native to the tropics and subtropics of southeastern Africa and Madagascar.

Rare fragrant plant related to Ylang Ylang. It grows into a large woody Liana, or large size bush if trimmed.



Link to this plant:
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