Note 124 — Chapter II
Clements R. (Clements Robert) Markham translation
Alligator pear, called palta in Peru. (Persea gratissima R. P.) The Aztec name ahuacahuitl was corrupted by the Spaniards into aguacate, and by the English West Indians into avogada (alligator) pears. It is a most refreshing fruit, eaten with pepper and salt.