Avocado
Persea americana
Observed at Kapsabet, Kenya. April 2013.
Avocado is widely cultivated in Kenya, especially at mid to high elevations but its origin is in Mexico. The dark, glossy green, simple leaves are alternate on the stem and are smooth margined. The undersides of leaves are whitish. Medium-sized trees, exceptionally reaching 20 meters. The greenish-white flowers are inconspicuous. Familiar fruits are one-seeded and with many varieties of skin color and texture as well as the buttery flesh.
Lauraceae -- Laurel Family
