Annona Glabra (Noun)
Meaning
Small evergreen tree of tropical America with edible fruit; used chiefly as grafting stock.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Annona glabra is a small evergreen tree native to tropical America, commonly used as grafting stock for other Annona species.
- The fruit of the Annona glabra is edible but not as sweet as some of its relatives, making it less desirable for consumption.
- Annona glabra has been used for centuries as a grafting stock due to its hardiness and compatibility with other Annona species.
- In some parts of the world, Annona glabra is cultivated specifically for its fruit, which is eaten fresh or used in local recipes.
- Annona glabra is often used as a rootstock for grafting other Annona species, such as the sugar apple and the custard apple.