Chrysophyllum colombianum

Family: Sapotaceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows 10-30 m tall. The leaves are in spirals and 14-33 cm long by 4-10 cm wide. They taped to the tip and are wedge shaped at the base. The fruit are oval and 2-3 cm long.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows from sea level to 1,200 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Amazon, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nicaragua, South America (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

The fruit are popular.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Prieurella colombiana Aubrev.;