Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichophylla
ID:
538412

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 33A(9): 14 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537744



Common Names

  • Annona dolichophylla
  • Long-leaved Annona
  • Dolichophylla Annona


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Description

Annona dolichophylla (also called Long-leaved Annona, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a soft stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to North America and is usually found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Annona dolichophylla is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. The leaves are used as a natural insect repellent and the bark is used to make a dye. The fruit is edible and can be used to make jams, jellies, and other desserts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Annona dolichophylla is yellow and has five petals. The seed of Annona dolichophylla is black and round in shape. The seedlings of Annona dolichophylla are thin and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Annona dolichophylla is a tropical tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated from cuttings. It can also be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to three months. The seed should be soaked in water overnight before planting.

Where to Find Annona dolichophylla

Annona dolichophylla can be found in Central and South America, in tropical and subtropical regions.

Annona dolichophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Annona dolichophylla?

Annona dolichophylla

What is the common name of Annona dolichophylla?

Long-Leaved Custard Apple

What is the natural habitat of Annona dolichophylla?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:14255-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.