Pawpaw
Asimina triloba · Annonaceae (Custard apple family)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Obovate, unlobed
Margin
Entire
Arrangement
Alternate with a short petiole
Venation
Pinnate with prominent midrib and secondary veins
Key Features
Large obovate shape with an acute apex, tapering base, and prominent pinnate venation
Description
A small deciduous tree or large shrub with smooth brown bark and drooping foliage.
Habitat
Understory of deciduous forests, thriving in moist, rich soils and partial shade
Native Range
Eastern North America from Ontario down to Florida and west to Texas
Identified on 10/20/2026