Araticum-da-bahia
Annona vepretorum
Family: Annonaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 3-10 m high. The trunk is 30-40 cm across. Branches form low down. The leaves are broadly oval and 2-7 cm long by 1.5-4 cm wide. The flowers are white and occur singly or in pairs. The fruit can be 10 cm long and 6 cm wide. They have a thick wall. The seeds are black.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the semi-arid region in Brazil. It grows in drier forests in well-drained soil. It grows between 300-750 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
The fruit pulp is eaten raw. They are used for juice.
The fruit are attractive. The fruit are enjoyed.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants are grown from seeds. Seeds are removed from mature fruit and the pulp is washed off. The seeds have a hard seed coat and this needs to be broken by scratching to allow germination. Seeds should be planted fresh. Seeds germinate in 80-100 days.
Trees grow slowly. A fruit can weigh 250-350 g.
Its other names
Local names
Araticum, Pinha da Caatinga