What is another word for persea?
Pronunciation: [pˈɜːsiː] (IPA) 
Persea is a genus of evergreen trees belonging to the laurel family. The word persea has its origin in Latin, and it means "pertaining to the fruit." In the botanical world, several synonyms refer to the genus persea. For instance, the avocado plant is commonly known as the Persea americana because it belongs to the persea genus. Other well-known synonyms for persea include avocado pear, alligator pear, and butter fruit. This genus contains approximately 150 perennial species, including the Brazilian avocado, the Mexican avocado, and the Guatemalan avocado. Despite their differences, all persea trees share similar features such as evergreen leaves and dark purple fruits.
