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Sapodilla

Manilkara zapota

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ericales ›Family: Sapotaceae ›Genus: Manilkara

About

Manilkara zapota, commonly known as the sapodilla (/ˌsæpəˈdɪlə/), is a long-lived, evergreen tree native to southern Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. An example natural occurrence is in coastal Yucatán in the Petenes mangroves ecoregion, where it is a subdominant plant species. It was introduced to the Philippines during Spanish colonization. It is grown in large quantities in Pakistan, India, Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Bangladesh and Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sapodilla?
The scientific name of Sapodilla is Manilkara zapota.
What is the conservation status of Sapodilla?
The Sapodilla has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Sapodilla belong to?
Sapodilla belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Sapodilla belong to?
Sapodilla belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Sapodilla belong to?
Sapodilla belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Sapodilla belong to?
Sapodilla belongs to the order Ericales.
What family does Sapodilla belong to?
Sapodilla belongs to the family Sapotaceae.
What genus does Sapodilla belong to?
Sapodilla belongs to the genus Manilkara.