{"product_id":"soncoya-annona-purpurea-fro-6-stk","title":"Soncoya (Annona purpurea) | seeds, 6 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAnnona purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soncoya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soncoya, sincuya, cabeza de negro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnnona purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e is an exciting and relatively rare species in the Annona genus from Central America, where it grows in warm tropical areas from southern Mexico to Costa Rica. Known locally as soncoya, the species has been cultivated for centuries for its large, aromatic fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tree develops large, oval leaves and a broad crown with a lush, tropical appearance. The fruits are among the most distinctive in the genus and can become impressively large with a rough surface and characteristic brownish to purple-hued shades, which have given the species its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flesh is sweet and aromatic with complex tropical flavor notes. Compared to more well-known species such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/annona-muricata-fro-6-stk\" title=\"Soursop (Annona muricata) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnnona muricata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (soursop), \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/annona-squamosa-fro-6-stk\" title=\"Sugar apple (Annona squamosa) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnnona squamosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (sugar apple), and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/annona-cherimola-6-stk\" title=\"Cherimoya (Annona cherimola) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnnona cherimola\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (cherimoya), \u003cem\u003eAnnona purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e remains relatively rare in cultivation, making it particularly interesting for collectors of exotic fruit trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in tropical fruit trees from the Annona genus, you can also explore our other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/sukkeraeblefro-annona\" title=\"All our Annona seeds\"\u003eselections of Annona species\u003c\/a\u003e, including both rare collector's items and better-known fruit varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnnona purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in full sun to light partial shade and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNutrient-rich and well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent moisture during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWarm and protected conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-drained tropical potting mix with high organic content is ideal. During the growing season, it is beneficial to supplement with a mild, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/langtidsvirkende-okologisk-godning-tropisk\" title=\"Long-acting organic fertilizer\"\u003eorganic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e to support healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is not frost-tolerant and is best grown in Denmark as a container plant that can be kept outdoors during the summer and overwintered in a bright, frost-free location. The temperature should ideally be kept above 15 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn nature, the species experiences both rainy and dry seasons, but young plants grow best under stable conditions with warmth and high humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation from seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnnona purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e seeds germinate best under warm conditions. For the best results, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eScarifying the seeds lightly with sandpaper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSoaking in lukewarm water for 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSowing in a well-drained soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA temperature of 22–28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping the soil consistently moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination typically occurs within 4–12 weeks but can be very irregular. Under good conditions, young plants quickly develop large leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnnona purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e is grown as a fruit, ornamental, and collector's plant. The species is particularly interesting due to its unusually large fruits and its long history as a local fruit in Central America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of tropical fruit trees, this species offers something different from the more common Annona varieties. The combination of rarity, the characteristic purple-toned fruits, and its traditional use as a soncoya makes it an exciting addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnnona purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow a rare tropical fruit tree from seed – an exciting Annona with an exotic character, impressive fruits, and high collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54171633156364,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Annonapurpurea_1.jpg?v=1742590034","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/soncoya-annona-purpurea-fro-6-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}