Calocarpum Zapota (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical American tree having wood like mahogany and sweet edible egg-shaped fruit; in some classifications placed in the genus Calocarpum.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The sapodilla, also known as the calocarpum zapota, is a tropical American tree with a rich history and cultural significance in many countries.
- Calocarpum zapota trees are prized for their durable, fine-grained wood, which resembles mahogany in texture and appearance.
- The sweet, egg-shaped fruit of the calocarpum zapota is often eaten fresh or used in traditional desserts.
- Some taxonomists place the calocarpum zapota in the genus Calocarpum, while others recognize it as a distinct species within the sapotaceae family.
- The calocarpum zapota has become naturalized in parts of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, where it is often cultivated for its valuable timber and delicious fruit.