Propagated by seed, budding, and grafting. Cutting out competing twigs as early as possible is necessary to limit the tree to a single trunk. Moderate application of fertilizer and manure can increase fruit production and improve growth rate. Tolerates dry soil conditions but prolonged drought causes shedding of leaves. Benefits from supplementary irrigation. Area around base of trees should be weeded or covered with mulch to avoid dehydration of shallow roots in dry season. Long lived tree.
Tree Species (Scientific Name)
Annona muricata
Food
Medicinal
Product
English Common Name
Soursop
Indonesian Common Name
Sirsak, Nangka Belanda, Nangka Seberang (Javanese)
Tree Family
Annonaceae
Average Leaf Size (cm)
12cm
Length
×
5cm
Width
Tree Height
Shrub (1–10m)
Elevational Range (m)
0–1000m
Distribution
Native
Exotic
Exotic in Indonesia
Native to
Region
Americas
Exotic in
SE Asia
Papua New Guinea, Vietnam
Indonesia
Java, Sumatra
Coffee Agroforestry Information
Coffee System
Robusta
Arabica
Coffee Impact
Unknown
Prevalence
Common in Coffee Agroforestry
Cultivation
Planted
Regeneration
Requires Propagation
Tree Management
Tree Benefits and Uses
Farmer Uses
- Food
- Medicinal
- Product
Produces dye. The fruit is a good source of Vitamin C and can be consumed fresh for dessert when fully ripe or mixed with ice cream or milk to make a delicious drink used as a stimulant. Leaves used medicinally.
Farm Services
- Unknown
Biodiversity Benefits
Unknown