Accession #: 200300319
Accession Date: 2003-10-02
Common name: Custard Apple
Family: Annonaceae
Synonym(s):
Country of Origin: central America
Description:
Uses: Plant pacifies vitiated pitta, constipation, burning sensation, anemia, vomiting, cough, malignancy and general tonic. Root decoction is a powerful purgative. Powdered seed kills body and hair lice on external application.<sup>1</sup> <br> Useful part: Fruits, seeds, Roots, Leaves
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USDA Zone: 10-11
Source: Rob Nicholson - Smith College
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