Spencer Woodard January 17, 2009 Central and South America, Edible Chrysobalanaceae, Licania platypus, Sansapote, Sonzapote Spencer Woodard January 17, 2009 Central and South America, Edible Sansapote is an excellent shade tree, also apparently yields a high quality, fine grain wood. The fruit is interesting, tastes similar to sweet pumpkin, although it is not a substantial food source.