Wikipedia Article About Star apple on Wikipedia The star apple—scientifically known as Chrysophyllum cainito -- is a tropical tree of the family Sapotaceae, native to the lowlands of Central America and the West Indies. It grows rapidly and reaches 20 m in height. The star apple goes by numerous other common names including cainito, caimito, golden leaf tree, abiaba, pomme de lait, estrella, and aguay. It is also known by the synonym Achras caimito.