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Beilschmiedia ovalis

Family: Lauraceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 9-15 m tall. The leaves are 3-11 cm long by 2-8 cm wide. The fruit are 4 cm long.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, Costa Rica, Mexico


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Aguacatillo

Synonyms

Beilschmiedia austin-smithii (Standl.) C. K. Allen; Hufelandia ovalis S. F. Blake; Persea austin-smithii Standl.;