Acuteflower annona
Annona acutiflora
Family: Annonaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 2-4 m tall. The leaves are narrowly oval and 5-17 cm long by 2-7 cm wide. The flowers are red. The fruit are 11 cm long by 8 cm wide. It has an irregular surface. The seeds are dark brown and shiny.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It tends to be at low altitudes up to about 400 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Pau de Guine