Sprague's Custard Apple Fruit Plant (Annona spraguei)

Annona spraguei -

Common Name: Sprague's Custard Apple

Botanical Name: Annona spraguei

General Information:

Type: Plant in the Annonaceae family

Origin: Rainforests of Panama and Colombia

Fruits: Small, edible fruits, Soft sweet pulp, Prominent hair-like features similar to a Rambutan , Seeds are much smaller than in most Annona.

Health Benefits:

Loaded with antioxidants, fighting free radicals.

Compounds include kaurenoic acid, flavonoids, carotenoids, and vitamin C.

Excellent source of vitamin B6.

Rich in lutein, supporting eye health.

Associated with a lower risk of age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.

High in potassium and magnesium, which regulate blood pressure.

Supports healthy bowel movements and nourishes gut bacteria.

Compounds like flavonoids catechin, epicatechin may fight cancer cells.

Flavonoid-rich diets associated with a lower risk of certain cancers.

Contains kaurenoic acid, catechin, and epicatechin with anti-inflammatory effects.

Loaded with vitamin C, supporting immunity.

Cultivation Information:

Bloom Time/Fruiting: 2 to 3 Years

Maintenance Required: Moderate