Pouteria glomerata subsp. "Caimitillo"

Pouteria glomerata subsp. “Caimitillo” is a rare subspecies of sapotaceae identified in the tropical lowlands of Antioquia, Colombia, around 80 meters elevation. The fruit has a rugged golden-yellow exterior and reveals a fibrous, fragrant, and richly sweet pulp when opened. With a texture reminiscent of other sapotes and a taste carrying subtle hints of Garcinia, “Caimitillo” is both distinctive and promising for local consumption and potential culinary exploration. Its natural occurrence in a little-studied region adds to its intrigue, representing another underappreciated botanical gem from Colombia’s diverse fruit forests.