Pouteria macrocarpa

Pouteria macrocarpa is a tree reaching around 12 meters in height, native to Itacaré, Bahia, where it thrives in sandy soils. It produces sweet fruits with a flavor reminiscent of sweet bread, making it a distinctive and promising species for culinary use. With its combination of edibility, size, and adaptation to coastal environments, Pouteria macrocarpa is a valuable component of the Atlantic Forest flora, worthy of greater attention for conservation and cultivation.