Mammea americana
Mammea americana
Mammea americana (pronunciation: /mæmiː əˈmɛrɪkənə/), commonly known as the American calabash, mammee apple, or mammee, is a species of tree in the Calophyllaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of the Americas, from South Florida and the Bahamas, southward throughout Central America and the Greater Antilles.
Etymology
The genus name Mammea is derived from the Latin word mamma, meaning "breast", in reference to the rounded shape of the fruit. The species name americana refers to its distribution across the Americas.
Description
The Mammea americana is a large, evergreen tree that can reach up to 60 feet in height. It produces large, round fruits that are typically 4-6 inches in diameter. The fruit's outer skin is tough and brown, while the inside is bright orange and contains 1-4 large seeds. The fruit is known for its sweet, slightly acidic flavor.
Uses
The fruit of the Mammea americana is edible and is often used in jams, jellies, and desserts. The wood of the tree is also used in carpentry and construction due to its durability and resistance to insects.
Related Terms
- Calophyllaceae: The plant family to which the Mammea americana belongs.
- Tropical: Referring to regions of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures year-round.
- Americas: The combined continental landmass of North America and South America.
- South Florida: A region of the U.S. state of Florida.
- Bahamas: An archipelagic state within the Lucayan Archipelago in the West Indies.
- Central America: The southernmost, isthmian portion of the North American continent.
- Greater Antilles: A grouping of the larger islands in the Caribbean Sea.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mammea americana
- Wikipedia's article - Mammea americana
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