Chrysophyllum cainito L., Sp. Pl. (1753)
Latin for the local name (caimito) of this species in the West Indies.

Description
Mid-canopy tree up to 31 m tall and 40 cm dbh. Stem with white sap. Stipules present, small. Leaves alternate, simple, penni-veined with secondary veins placed close together and rather horizontal, densely hairy, shiny silvery-gold below. Flowers ca. 5 mm diameter, green-yellow, placed in axillary bundles. Fruits ca. 50 mm diameter, purplish-black, berries.

Ecology
In Asia usually cultivated for its fruits. Not yet known from the wild.

Uses
The fruits are edible.

Distribution
Pan-tropical, but originally from Central and South America. In Borneo known from Sarawak, Sabah and East-Kalimantan.

Local names in Borneo
Epal feleppin.