Blighia

/ˈblɪdʒiə/ noun

A tropical fruit tree native to West Africa, also known as ackee, bearing edible fruit commonly used in Caribbean cuisine.

Named after William Bligh (1754-1817), the British naval officer famous for the HMS Bounty mutiny; the genus was named in his honor despite his controversial legacy.

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