Latin Name:
Casimiroa edulis
Physical Description:
This evergreen tall tree (up to 80 feet) has densely branched canopy, which droops when mature; in spring, they are covered with small odorless greenish-yellow flowers. The fruit also ranges in color from green to yellow, and is oval or round and 1-6 inches in diameter. The custard-like fruit is delicious, similar to peach and banana with hint of bitterness.
Usage:
White Sapotes are eaten chilled and fresh, but are also great in ice-cream and shakes. They are best harvested when they begin to ripen, because they ripe fruit get bruised or smashed easily.
Factoids:
In Mexico they are called "sleepy sapote" because they are believed to have a soporific effect.
