Avocado

Evergreen trees, 10-20 m tall. Alternately arranged leaves, 12-25 cm long. The fruit of the plant (yes, avocado is a fruit!) is botanically a large berry containing a single large seed.

Native probably of Mexico and Central America.

Avocados are very nutritious and contain more potassium than bananas. They are loaded with heart-healthy monosaturated fatty acids. Avocados are used to lower cholesterol levels.

Avocados are related (same family) to bay leaf (Laurus nobilis).