sapodilla tree

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. A large tropical American evergreen tree : This tree is known for producing two commercially important products: chicle gum (a natural latex formerly used as the primary base for chewing gum) and a sweet, edible fruit called the sapodilla. Its scientific name is Manilkara zapota , and it is sometimes classified under the genus Achras . Usage Examples The sapodilla tree in o...