Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conica
ID:
1558789

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav. ex G.Don

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 88 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200010961



Common Names

  • Annona conica
  • Conic Annona
  • Conic Custard-apple


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Description

Annona conica (also called Conical Custard-apple, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Central America. It is characterized by its dark green, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, forested habitats, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Annona conica is a popular ornamental plant often used in hanging baskets or as a groundcover. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Annona conica has small, white flowers that are clustered in axillary spikes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Annona conica is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It needs regular watering and should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Annona conica

Annona conica is native to tropical regions of South America, from Brazil to Peru.

Annona conica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Annona conica?

Annona conica

What is the common name of Annona conica?

Custard Apple

What is the natural habitat of Annona conica?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

POWO record: urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77221589-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.