Papausa

Annona macroprophyllata, Annonaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Weeping BottlebrushSyzygium floribundum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Paterno Ice Cream BeanInga paterno

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Dwarf Custard AppleAnnona globiflora

Pollinator Sharing

Asam GelugorGarcinia atroviridis

Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Black Wood EarAuricularia nigricans

Nutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

SoncoyaAnnona purpurea

Related Annona species facilitate pest movement and disease transmission while competing for resources.

Mountain SoursopAnnona montana

Closely related custard apples share pests and pathogens while competing for similar growing conditions.

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionShadeWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

FruitSeeds

Medicinal Uses

AntimicrobialDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Papausa grow in?

Papausa grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Papausa?

Good companions for Papausa include Weeping Bottlebrush, Paterno Ice Cream Bean, Dwarf Custard Apple, Asam Gelugor, Black Wood Ear.

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