Annona glabra, commonly known as Pond Apple, is a semi-deciduous tree native to freshwater swamps, mangrove forests, and wetlands in Florida, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and West Africa. It is adapted to wet, inundated soils and can tolerate brackish conditions. This species typically grows to a height of 39 feet (12 meters) and has a moderate growth rate. The Pond Apple has a distinctive appearance with its narrow, gray trunks and a dense, spreading canopy. It produces showy, fragrant flowers that are creamy-white to yellow, followed by large, spherical, yellowish-green fruits that are edible and have a sweet, custard-like flavor. The fruiting season varies depending on the region but often occurs in summer.

The Pond Apple is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and for its attractive, fragrant flowers. It is used in tropical and subtropical landscapes for naturalizing in wet areas and for creating wildlife habitats. In cultivation, it requires consistently moist to wet soil conditions and can grow in full sun to part shade. While it is not commonly grown for its fruit in cultivation, the fruits are sometimes used in traditional dishes. Gardeners should be aware that the tree can spread by seed and become invasive in non-native areas. It is also susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0