Chico, scientifically known as Manilkara zapota, is a tropical fruit tree that belongs to the Sapotaceae family. Native to Central America, this evergreen tree is renowned for its delicious and unique fruit, commonly known as chico or sapodilla. The life cycle of a chico fruit plant is a captivating journey that spans several years, encompassing germination, growth, flowering, fruiting, and the perpetuation of the species through seeds.