Manilkara zapota (Sapodilla) 1. Taxonomic Insights Species: Manilkara zapota (L.) P.Royen Family: Sapotaceae The Sapotaceae family includes many tropical trees known for their edible fruits and valuable latex, such as shea butter and gutta-percha. The genus Manilkara comprises about 80 species of trees. The current accepted name is Manilkara zapota, though the name Achras sapota remains a widely recognised synonym and the name under which it is most commonly known in historic