Descriptions

It is a large evergreen tree with dense, spreading canopy with a symmetrical, rounded shape. Leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-lanceolate in shape, with entire margins. Flowers are small, pale yellow to cream-colored, and borne in large terminal panicles. Each inflorescence can contain hundreds to thousands of individual flowers. Fruit is a drupe, typically oval to kidney-shaped, and varies in size. The flesh of the fruit is juicy, sweet, and aromatic, surrounding a single large flat seed or stone.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

February-June

Use(s)

Fruits are edible. Bark extract is used to cure diarrhea.