Annona - Plant Encyclopedia Results (Page 2)

This rare Annona is a species originally brought to us from Costa Rica. We believe it to be a natural hybrid between A. muricata and A. glabra.

It is a very ornamental, evergreen, small to medium size tree with waxy, large 4-6" leaves, similar to A. muricata, A. montana or Rollinia. Fast growing, forms nice bushy specimen. Flowers are very similar to A. muricata.

It has a large, up to 1 lb fruit, green when unripe, sometimes with gray to brown spots, turning dark yellow to orange on ripening. The pulp is golden to orange when ripe, with strong Pineapple scent, and resembling Jackfruit in texture. Flavor is like the custard apple but with pineapple, papaya, apricot and melon overtones. Note that some people dislike the taste, others find it good.

Fruits tend to be quite seedy. Skin of unripe fruit is tough, looks similar to Annona glabra, however it is smooth, without any bumps or segments.

This species prefers well-irrigated sites, and seems to tolerate flooding. It is also cold hardy at least to upper 20's for a few hours. 3 year old trees survived several nights with frost with hardly any leaf damage. This feature, along with a tasty fruit and flood tolerance, makes this species desirable for Florida gardens and other similar subtropical areas. The plant would be very interesting for rare fruit collectors as it offers a large, exotic fruit of unusual color and taste, and appears to be much more hardy and water tolerant than similar looking but sensitive A. muricata, A. montana and Rollinia.

Propagation is by seed, which are grayish to light brown. If stored for several months, seeds may take up to six months to sprout. Trees produce after three to four years from seed.

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.

Atemoyas are small-to-medium-size trees growing to about twenty-five to thirty feet at maturity with about the same spread. Flowers are produced along with new growth in the spring following a winter dormancy period, and the fruit usually begin maturing in late August through the end of October. Atemoyas look very similar in some cases to sugar apples, except they have a smoother skin and the individual segments aren't quite as obvious. Most atemoyas have fewer seeds, too, than sugar apples, which makes them a lot easier to eat as a fresh fruit.

Very highly regarded in tropical and subtropical areas. Fruits with sweet custard-like pulp are from 3 to 5 inches in diameter with a lumpy green skin and upon maturity the fruit has a bluish or white blush. Some varieties are developed that have a red blush or red skin which are much more attractive. At maturity fruits have a custard like white pulp with small black seeds and the sweet flesh is eaten fresh or used for milkshakes and ice creams. Sugar apples make great container plants, too, so if you don't have much space try growing these in a 10 or 15 gallon tub, and they will still reward you with a number of delicious fruit. Older trees may continue fruiting into January during warm winter. Trees reach full dormancy during cold winters. Varieties: Thai-Lessard, Kampong Mauve.

Native to SE Asia, Dasymaschalon dasymaschalum is a slow growing tree with a height of 10 to 20 feet. It can grow into a large shrub if not pruned, reaching a height of 5 to 10 feet. This tree has a rounded canopy and oval shaped leaves that are waxily shiny and a bit sharp ended, ranging about 2 to 5 inches in length.

In spring and early summer, Dasymaschalon dasymaschalum is covered with small, pale yellow flowers that, from a distance, look like elongated yellowish leaves. But upon closer inspection, one will find the flowers to be long, thin and quite fragrant, bearing a resemblance to Ylang-Ylang. Depending on growing conditions, the flowers may also appear in shades of pink or yellow-orange.

When growing Dasymaschalon dasymaschalum, the tree needs to be regularly watered, especially when it is young. As the tree matures and becomes more established, its water needs will decline. It prefers a sunny position, and is hardy in USDA Zones 9 to 11. In colder regions, it can be planted as a container plant outdoors in summer and kept indoors in winter. When kept indoors, it should be placed in a sunny spot and watered regularly.

This tree is famous in Ethnomedical plant systems and is used in many traditional remedies. Its bark, leaves and flowers are used to treat a variety of ailments, from coughs and colds to skin problems.

Very fragrant exotic plant from Annona family, similar to Desmos and Ylang-Ylang. Yellow perfumed flowers from spring to fall.

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Asimina reticulata, also known as the Netted pawpaw, is a shrub that is easy to care for. It thrives in full sun, moderate watering, and well-draining soil. Although drought-tolerant, it can also withstand flooding. Pruning is not necessary, but trimming can help maintain its shape and size. Deadheading spent blooms encourages more flowers to grow.

The Netted pawpaw can be found in dry areas that become swampy for a few months during the rainy summer season. It blooms in the spring. Unlike other members of the Annonaceae family, pawpaws are found outside of the tropics.

The Netted pawpaw's flowers are unique and beautiful. They are nodding structures and the netted pawpaw has one of the prettier blooms. The flower is trimerous and the stamens are tightly packed, forming a solid hemisphere of anthers surrounding the receptacle. The center of the anthers features three or more stigmas. The flowers are ready for pollination before the anthers shed their pollen. This ensures cross-pollination, and the pollen must come from an older flower, preferably on a different plant.

Overall, the Netted pawpaw is a beautiful and adaptable shrub that can be a great addition to any garden. While the ideal climate for growing this species is USDA Zone 8-10, it can thrive in other areas with proper care.

For pot cultivation in colder regions with cool winter months, a well-draining soil mix is recommended. The pot should be placed in a sheltered area and protected from rain and wind in winter. It should also be placed against an east-facing wall or fence to shield it from direct sun. An extra layer of mulch can help insulate the roots during winter. During summer, the plant should be exposed to plenty of sunlight and watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. In winter, water as needed, and feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

White Cheesewood (Melodorum fruticosum) is the symbol flower and tree of Sisaket province (Thailand). Dried flower: tonic, mild cardiac stimulant, hematinic.

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The genus Mitrephora, of family Annonaceae, comprises around 40 species of small trees and shrubs found in tropical Asia and northern Australasia.

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