Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
552680

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Nash

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 23: 239 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552012



Common Names

  • Obovata Pawpaw
  • Asimina Obovata
  • Oval-Leaved Pawpaw


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Description

Asimina obovata (also called Obovate 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 obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asimina obovata 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 obovata is a small, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 20 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be planted in the fall. Germination can take up to a year.

Where to Find Asimina obovata

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

Asimina obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asimina obovata?

Asimina obovata

What is the common name of Asimina obovata?

Oval-leaved Pawpaw

What is the natural habitat of Asimina obovata?

Moist woods and thickets in the southeastern United States

Species in the Annonaceae family

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