Lucuma bifera
Lucuma bifera Molina
Lucuma bifera is a tree species in the family Sapotaceae, known for its edible fruit. It is native to the Andean valleys of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and northern Chile.
Description
Lucuma bifera, described by Molina in 1782, is a member of the genus Lucuma within the family Sapotaceae. It is cultivated for its fruit, commonly referred to as lúcuma. The species is indigenous to the Andean valleys of several South American countries, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and northern Chile.
Synonyms
Lucuma obovataLucuma obovata var. ruiziiLucuma turbinataPouteria insignisPouteria lucumaAchras lucumaRichardella lucumaLucuma peruviana
