Chrysophyllum
Botanical name: Chrysophyllum
Chrysophyllum
Botanical name: Chrysophyllum
Description
Chrysophyllum are tropical trees characterized by round evergreen leaves and small white and purple flowers that are especially aromatic and sweet-smelling. Some species produce edible fruit and are sometimes cultivated for this purpose. All of the species in this genus share the ability to self-fertilize. 
Species of Chrysophyllum
Star apple
Other names for Chrysophyllum cainito (*Chrysophyllum cainito*) include purple star apple, golden leaf tree, and milk fruit. The fruit is delicious, especially when served chilled. However, it not only tastes good, but it also has potent antioxidant properties. They call it “bobi wata” or "breast milk fruit" in Sierra Leone.
Caimitillo
Caimitillo are tropical trees characterized by round evergreen leaves and small white and purple flowers that are especially aromatic and sweet-smelling. Some species produce edible fruit and are sometimes cultivated for this purpose. All of the species in this genus share the ability to self-fertilize.
Chrysophyllum sanguinolentum
Chrysophyllum sanguinolentum are tropical trees characterized by round evergreen leaves and small white and purple flowers that are especially aromatic and sweet-smelling. Some species produce edible fruit and are sometimes cultivated for this purpose. All of the species in this genus share the ability to self-fertilize.
Chrysophyllum prieurii
Chrysophyllum prieurii are tropical trees characterized by round evergreen leaves and small white and purple flowers that are especially aromatic and sweet-smelling. Some species produce edible fruit and are sometimes cultivated for this purpose. All of the species in this genus share the ability to self-fertilize.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Heathers and allies Family
Sapodilla Genus
Chrysophyllum 
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