Genus Bumelia is a group of trees and shrubs that belong to the Sapotaceae family. There are several commonly used synonyms for Genus Bumelia, including Sideroxylon, Auma, and Gymnosideroxylon. These synonyms are often used interchangeably to describe the various species within this group, which are found throughout the Americas and parts of Asia. Despite the confusing number of synonyms, these trees and shrubs are valued for their wood, which is strong and durable, and their fruits, which are edible and used in traditional medicine. As with many plant groups, taxonomists continue to debate the exact classification and naming of species within Genus Bumelia and its synonyms.