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Oilyfruit pouteria
Pouteria butyrocarpa

Family: Sapotaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 6-12 m tall.

It is an at risk species.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil, South America


How it is used for food

The fruit are enjoyed.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Coupa, Cupao, Fruta-de-manteiga, Pao-do-mato

Synonyms

Lucuma butyrocarpa Kuhlm.;