Spondias mombin, commonly known as Yellow Mombin or Hog Plum, is a deciduous tree native to tropical rainforests and seasonally dry forests in the Americas, including the West Indies. It typically grows up to 66 feet (20 meters) in height and features thick, corky bark that provides a distinctive texture. The tree is known for its sweet-scented, white flowers that bloom from January to May, attracting pollinators. Following the flowering season, it bears ovoid yellow fruits from July to September, which are highly appreciated for their taste and versatility in culinary uses.

Yellow Mombin is valued for its sweet, edible fruits that are consumed fresh or used to make juice, jellies, and sherbets. The tree is also planted for its ornamental properties, providing shade and aesthetic appeal with its lush canopy and fragrant flowers. In cultivation, it requires full sun to part shade, well-drained soil, and regular watering, especially in dry periods. While it is adaptable to different soil types, it thrives in rich, loamy soils. Gardeners should be aware that Spondias mombin can become invasive outside its native range due to its prolific seed production and rapid growth. It is also susceptible to pests like fruit flies, which can damage the crop.CC BY-SA 4.0