Chrysophyllum cainito L.
Purple star apple golden leaf tree Caimito
Evergreen tree grows up to 9-20 m tall, 60 cm in diameter leaves simple alternate, oblong or  oval 7-14 cm long, dull green above, golden-brown with a sheen like that of satin beneath flowers purplish-white, fragrant fruit edible, fleshy, round 5-10 cm in diameter
Ornamental plant. fruit edible fresh or chilled to improve the flavor. A rich source of natural antioxidants and vitamin E,C,A.
Chrysophyllum jamaicense Jacq, Chrysophyllum bicolor Poir
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