Melicoccus bijugatus, commonly known as quenepa or Spanish lime, is a fruit-bearing tree native to dry forests and coastal woodlands in northern South America. It has also become naturalized across Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of the Old World tropics. This semi-deciduous tree typically reaches heights of up to 82 feet (25 meters) and has a spreading canopy. The leaves are compound with usually four elliptic leaflets, and the bark is gray and furrowed. The tree produces small, inconspicuous flowers followed by round, green drupes, 1-2 inches in diameter, each containing an edible orange pulp with a bittersweet, wine-like flavor and mild laxative properties. The fruit is often consumed fresh or used in beverages and desserts.

Quenepa trees are valued for their fruit production and are often grown in tropical home gardens and orchards. They are also used as shade trees due to their dense canopy. In cultivation, quenepa trees prefer full sun to partial shade, well-drained soils, and are tolerant of drought once established. They are relatively low-maintenance but can be susceptible to pests such as scales and borers. Due to their potential invasiveness, it is important to check local regulations before planting quenepa outside its native range.CC BY-SA 4.0