Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
552657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raf.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Autik. Bot. : 77 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551989



Common Names

  • Asimina angustifolia
  • Narrowleaf Pawpaw
  • Narrow-leaved Pawpaw


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Description

Asimina angustifolia (also called Narrowleaf Pawpaw, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the Americas. It is found in moist woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asimina angustifolia is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asimina angustifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asimina angustifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Asimina angustifolia

Asimina angustifolia can be found in the southeastern United States, from Florida to Virginia.

Asimina angustifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Asimina angustifolia?

Asimina angustifolia is native to the eastern United States and northern Mexico.

What is the size of Asimina angustifolia?

Asimina angustifolia is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall.

What are the flowers of Asimina angustifolia?

Asimina angustifolia has white to pinkish flowers that are arranged in umbels.

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