Pouteria 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 pouteria zapota tree is widely cultivated in tropical regions for its durable wood and delicious fruit.
- Pouteria zapota trees are prized for their rich, reddish-brown wood, which is highly valued for furniture-making.
- In some Caribbean islands, the pouteria zapota is considered a sacred tree due to its medicinal and edible properties.
- The fruit of the pouteria zapota tree is often eaten fresh or used to make jams and preserves.
- Pouteria zapota is also known by various names in different regions, reflecting its cultural significance and widespread cultivation.