Distinctive Tropical Fruits
Produces nearly round, dark-green fruits with numerous short, fleshy spines and aromatic yellow pulp.
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Mountain Soursop, scientifically known as Annona montana, is a tropical fruit tree related to common soursop. It is recognized for its glossy green foliage and nearly round, dark-green fruits with short, fleshy spines. The fruits contain aromatic yellow pulp and numerous light-brown seeds. This tree is grown in tropical gardens and can also be used as an ornamental plant or rootstock for other Annona species.
Produces nearly round, dark-green fruits with numerous short, fleshy spines and aromatic yellow pulp.
Features attractive, evergreen leaves with a glossy appearance and tropical ornamental appeal.
Grows naturally in tropical regions and is suitable for warm garden and orchard environments.
Can be cultivated as an ornamental tree and used as rootstock for selected Annona varieties.
| Scientific Name | Annona montana Macfad. |
| Common Name | Mountain Soursop; Wild Soursop; Wild Custard Apple |
| Plant Family | Annonaceae |
| Seed Type | Tropical Fruit Tree Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Evergreen tropical fruit tree |
| Fruit Shape | Nearly round to broad-ovoid |
| Fruit Color | Dark green |
| Fruit Pulp | Yellow, aromatic, sour to subacid |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Best suited to tropical and subtropical climates; exact zone tolerance varies with growing conditions |
| Planting Season | Warm season, preferably during favorable growing conditions |
| Seed Starting | Start in individual pots using a suitable, well-drained seed-starting medium |
| Germination Time | Species-specific germination period should be confirmed before listing |
| Germination Temperature | Warm conditions; exact temperature should be verified |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained soil with suitable organic matter |
| Watering | Water regularly during establishment and avoid waterlogged soil |
| Mature Plant Size | Approximately 30–45 feet, depending on growing conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Allow sufficient space for the mature tree and spreading canopy |
Mountain Soursop is an interesting tropical tree known for its glossy foliage and distinctive green fruits with aromatic yellow pulp. Grow it in a suitable warm climate with proper sunlight, regular moisture, and well-drained soil to establish a healthy tropical garden tree.
Find useful information about Mountain Soursop fruit, tree growth, and its differences from common soursop.
Mountain Soursop (Annona montana) is a related species with smaller, nearly round fruits, short fleshy spines, and yellow pulp. Regular Soursop (Annona muricata) generally produces larger fruits with white pulp. Mountain Soursop fruit is usually more acidic and less desirable in flavor.
Mountain Soursop fruits have aromatic yellow pulp that is sometimes used for juice and other preparations. However, the flavor is generally sour to bitter and considered inferior to regular soursop. Its seeds should never be eaten.
Mountain Soursop is more tolerant of cool conditions than regular soursop and can withstand brief temperatures around freezing when established. However, it grows best in warm tropical and subtropical environments. Young plants should be protected from cold weather.