Cow tree, Massaranduba
Mimusops elata
Family: Sapotaceae
What it is like
The fruit are the size of an apple.
There are 55 Mimusops species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Brazil, South America
How it is used for food
The milky latex from the fruit is used in coffee.
The fruit are sold in markets.
Edible parts
Fruit - latex