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| Annona cacans |
A medium Annona with fruits growing up to 4" long. Skin is green, knobby, much like the cherimoya or atemoya. Flesh is white-yellow in color, with an aromatic, sweet flavor.
Description: A deciduous tree growing to 30-45 feet. Leaves are somewhat slender, up to 6-7" long. Fruits are said to have a slight laxative effect.
Hardiness: Unknown.
Growing Environment: Unknown.
Propagation: By seeds.
Uses: Fruits are eaten fresh and supposedly have a fairly good flavor.
Native Range: Native to semi-deciduous forests of Brazil, extending from Minas Gerais through Rio Grande do Sul.