This is a tropical hardwood tree and is harvested for interior finishes, like cabinetry, interior staircases, and similar. It is difficult to imagine it being endangered but i do not know the official status at this time. I would be interested to know if it is commercially grown.
It is known to grow in areas of central to south Mexico and in Central America. It appears to appreciate coastal areas.
I have not yet seen the fruit or tasted it but each fruit is said to yield 1 seed per fruit.
There are several different common names for this tree depending upon the region in which it grows. This is common in Mexico. There are indigenous names, post Columbian names, Catholic names so special care is required when matching a common name to a modern day botanical name.
