+**Persea** is a genus of [flowering plants](/wiki/flowering-plant) in the family Lauraceae, native to warm temperate to tropical regions of the Americas. It is most widely recognized for its edible fruit, the [Avocado](/wiki/avocado), a staple food cherished for its creamy texture and nutritional value.
+## See also
+- [Lauraceae](/wiki/lauraceae)
+- [Plant](/wiki/plant)
+- [Fruit](/wiki/fruit)
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