I am a tropical fruit tree producing large spiky fruits.

Native to South America; cultivated in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Water every 3–4 days; prefers moist soil.

Requires full sun.

Thrives in 25–35°C; sensitive to frost.

Plant in sandy-loam soil; spacing 4–5 meters apart.

Apply compost and NPK 8:10:10 every 2–3 months; supplement with calcium for fruit set.

Botanical name: Annona muricata; Family: Annonaceae.

Fruits safe for humans; seeds toxic if chewed.

Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants; pulp used in juices, ice creams, and folk medicine.

Susceptible to fruit borer, anthracnose, and root rot; requires careful pest management.

Can live 20–25 years; starts fruiting in 3–4 years; peak yield from year 6 onward.