Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bethanyensis
ID:
746499

Status:
valid

Authors:
DeLaney

Source:
cmp

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Bot. Explor. (Florida) 4(Suppl. A): 1 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745832



Common Names

  • Asimina bethanyensis
  • Bethany Pawpaw
  • Bethanyensis Pawpaw


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Description

Asimina bethanyensis (also called Bethany pawpaw, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Florida and is found in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asimina bethanyensis has many non-medical uses, including as a food source for wildlife, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asimina bethanyensis has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asimina bethanyensis is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Asimina bethanyensis

Asimina bethanyensis can be found in the temperate forests of the eastern United States.

Asimina bethanyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asimina bethanyensis?

Asimina bethanyensis

What is the common name of Asimina bethanyensis?

Bethany Pawpaw

What is the natural habitat of Asimina bethanyensis?

Asimina bethanyensis is found in moist woods and thickets in North America.

Species in the Annonaceae family

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References

Kris R. DeLaney: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DeLaney' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77108613-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.