Description
It is an edible fruit-bearing species of the genus Annona from the family Annonaceae.
Annona cherimola, originally called Chirimuya by the Inca people who lived where it was growing in the Andes of South America, is an edible fruit-bearing species of the genus Annona from the family Annonaceae.
It is now widely cultivated mostly for its sweet fruits that share the name Custard-apple with others in its family.Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 18 inch (46 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 6 inch (15 cm) |
| Common Name | Cherimoya. Annona cherimola,hanuman phal,hanuman fal |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 20.00 to 35.00 feet |
| Flower Colour | Yellowish-green |
| Bloom Time | June |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Allow about an inch of space between the mulch and the base stem of the plant.Feed plants on a regular basis before and throughout the blooming cycle (avoid chemical fertilizers and pesticides if you, re harvesting for the kitchen).
Annona cherimola care
Hand pollinate for fruit set: male and female flowers form on the same tree, but not at the same time, and male pollen is highly perishable unless refrigerated.Position in a full sun / partial sun location and remember to water moderately.
| Sunlight | Full sun to part shade |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 41 to 65F |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Annona cherimola special feature
Ornamental. Fruit production.
Annona cherimola uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose