The tree grows to 10–20 m in height, with a 5–10 m bole, oozing yellowish latex when cut. The smooth oval leaves are 12–18 cm long by 6–8 cm wide. The inflorescences occur along the branches. The fruits are round berries, 3–3.5 cm by2.3–2.5 cm in diameter; the epicarp is greenish with pale brown patches, with white latex, enclosing 6–8 cream-coloured seeds covered with a translucent, sweet and edible arillode.[1]
