What is another word for Genus Persea?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs pˈɜːsiː] (IPA) 
Genus Persea refers to a group of evergreen trees and shrubs that belong to the Lauraceae family. These plants are commonly known as avocados and are native to Central America and Mexico. In addition to the common name of avocado, there are many other synonyms used to refer to the Genus Persea. Some of the synonyms include Alligator pear, Butter fruit, and Veggie caviar. Other names include Aguacate, Palta, Abogado and avocado pear. Different regions have different names for the same fruit, for instance, in South Africa, it's known as an avo pear while in India, it's referred to as butter fruit. Regardless of the name, avocados are a popular fruit and are used in various dishes worldwide.
