Common Name:
Annona Quinduensis
Botanical Name:
Annona Quinduensis
Origin:
Native to Colombia and Ecuador
Description:
Species of plant in the Annonaceae family
Named after Quindío, a department of Colombia, by botanist Carl Sigismund Kunth
Fruits are edible with juicy, melting flesh and a very pleasant flavor
Traditional Uses:
Leaves of A. muricata (related species) are used for treating headaches, insomnia, cystitis, and cancer
Seeds are used to treat parasitic infections
Fruit is used for treating diarrhea and neuralgia, eliminating worms and parasites, increasing milk production in lactating women, and reducing fever
Gardening Information:
Bloom Time/Fruiting: 2 to 3 Years
Maintenance Required: Moderate
Summary: Annona Quinduensis is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family, indigenous to Colombia and Ecuador. Its name, given by botanist Carl Sigismund Kunth, pays homage to Quindío, a department in Colombia. The plant produces edible fruits with a juicy, melting flesh and a delightful flavor. In traditional medicine, related species like A. muricata are used for various purposes, including treating headaches, insomnia, cystitis, cancer, and parasitic infections. The leaves, seeds, and fruit of Annona Quinduensis contribute to its traditional uses, addressing conditions like diarrhea, neuralgia, parasitic infections, and promoting lactation. When cultivated, this plant typically blooms and fruits within 2 to 3 years, requiring a moderate level of maintenance for optimal growth.
