| Botanical name | Annona muricata |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | This tree bears large yellow to a yellowish green coloured solitary flowers. |
| Common name(s) | Soursop tree, Guyabano |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | This tree has large glossy dark green leaves. |
| Fruit | This tree has large edible fruit. |
| Uses | Uses:: Cullinary: Medicinal: yes Cultural: Commercial: Cosmetics: Other Uses: Part Used: Attracts: Features: Uses:: Cullinary: Medicinal: yes Cultural: Commercial: Cosmetics: Other Uses: Part Used: Attracts: Features: |
| Interesting info | This tree is well known for its use against cancer. |
| Growth habit | Small tree with an upright growth habit. |
Annona muricata (Soursop tree, Guyabano)
- Botanical name: Annona muricata
- Common name(s): Soursop tree, Guyabano
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
This small upright evergreen tree of the Annonaceae family carries large glossy dark green leaves. It bears edible fruit and may reach up to 7m in height. The large solitary flowers are coloured yellow to a yellowish green and though many parts of the plant are used medicinally it is the bark, roots and un-ripe fruit which are most popular.
Family: Annonaceae
Synonym: –
Botanical Pronunciation: –
Annona muricata requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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This tree bears large yellow to a yellowish green coloured solitary flowers. 
This tree has large glossy dark green leaves.
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