Pometia pinnata
Pometia pinnata is a large tropical hardwood and fruit tree species, with common names including matoa, taun tree, island lychee, tava, of the plant family Sapindaceae.
Naturally widespread, the trees grow through Southeast Asia, Malaysia and the Pacific region.Description
Pometia pinnata grows into medium tree of tall. It has pinnate leaves. The fruits are green, yellow, or dark red up to long, each with one seed surrounded by a fleshy aril.
The fruit is somewhat like a lychee, is edible, and is a popular fruit for eating.
