Annona Salzmannii

Annona salzmannii is a fruit tree species native to Brazil, commonly known as “araticum-de-perna” or “araticum-cumprido”. It belongs to the Annonaceae family, which includes other well-known fruits such as cherimoya, soursop, and custard apple.

The tree can grow up to 8 meters in height and has a dense and spreading crown with a short trunk. The leaves are glossy, dark green, and elliptical, with a length of 10 to 20 cm. The flowers are small and greenish-yellow, with a diameter of around 2 cm, and they bloom in clusters along the branches.

The fruit of Annona salzmannii is ovoid or cylindrical in shape, with a length of 5 to 15 cm and a diameter of 3 to 6 cm. The skin is greenish-yellow or brownish and covered in small, soft spines. The flesh is creamy-white, juicy, and aromatic, with a sweet and slightly acidic flavor. The fruit contains numerous seeds that are embedded in the pulp.

Annona salzmannii is highly valued for its delicious fruit, which is consumed fresh or used to make juices, jams, and sweets. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, diarrhea, and respiratory problems.