Etymology | Genus | From its Haitian common name, Menona |
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Species | Roughened, likely referring to the fruit | |
Family | Annonaceae | |
Synonyms | - | |
Common Names | Soursop, Graviola | |
Status | Exotic: Cultivated Only | |
Form | Tree | |
Native Distribution | Tropical America |
Annona muricata is a small tree commonly grown privately for its fruits. The alternately arranged, hairless leaves are glossy on the upper surface. The aggregate fruit is somewhat tear-drop shape, and covered by hook-like spines.
A tree in Bollywood Veggie, 2020.
A branch.
Leaf lower and upper surfaces.
Flower.
Soursop Fruit.