Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering during cooler months to prevent waterlogged roots. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, a common issue with Annona species.
Also known as Anona Corazon · Bullock's-Heart · Bullock-Heart
Custard Apple (Annona reticulata) is a small, semi-evergreen tree native to the West Indies, producing sweet, creamy, nutritious fruit with a unique custard-like texture.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruiting.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings, reduce in winter.
Loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost; it is not cold-hardy.
Moderate
50% intensity
Balanced fertilizer during growing season, compost annually.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering during cooler months to prevent waterlogged roots. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, a common issue with Annona species.
Prune to shape the tree, remove dead or diseased branches, and improve air circulation. Light pruning can be done after fruiting. Heavy pruning is generally not recommended as it can reduce fruit production.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring. For faster results and to maintain desirable traits, grafting is the preferred method. Seeds can have variable germination rates and offspring may not be true to parent.
Young plants benefit from repotting every 1-2 years in spring. Mature trees can be repotted less frequently. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current root ball.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Custard Apple (Annona reticulata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Magnoliales |
| Family | Annonaceae |
| Genus | Annona |
| Species | Annona reticulata |
Similar in genus Annona
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