Star Fruits
Averrhoa carambola
This extremely refreshing and juicy fruit has translucent attractive flesh with a distinctive flavour. Its deep ridges produce delightful star-shaped cross-sections, making it a popular choice for fresh fruit presentations. Starfruit is also very rich in vitamins and essential minerals. Two fruits a day provide one with a daily intake of potassium of 600 mg. |
Papaya Exotica
Carica Papaya
A perennial favourite rich in vitamins A and C, the papaya is popular for its sweet, extremely succulent flesh. A tantalising dessert, especially when served chilled.
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Pineapples
Ananas comosus
The crown and triangular-shape give the pineapple an instantly recognizable appearance. The juice is a very popular and refreshing drink. It is also a good natural source of vitamins and minerals. |
Jackfruits
Artocarpus heterophyllus
The jackfruit which is rich in vitamins is among the larger fruits cultivated in Malaysia. The golden flesh around the seed is succulent and has a distinctive taste. |
Mangosteen
Garcinia mangostana
The mangosteen is the queen of Malaysian fruits. Enclosed in the rind are snowy white segments with a sweet pleasant flavour. Mangosteen contains vitamin C and essential minerals. |
Durian
Durio zibethinus
Commonly refered to as the "King of malaysian fruits", the durian is sought and savoured with passion by lovers of the fruit. Its smooth and creamy yellow or white pulp is strongly flavoured and sharply aromatic. It is rich in vitamins. |
Rambutan
Nephelium lappaceum
The red or yellow rambutan which contains vitamin C and essential minerals is an especially refreshing treat! Its soft, translucent flesh is sweet and juicy. Particularly welcome in hot weather! |
Duku Langsat
Lansium domesticum
Clustered in bunches, the duku langsat flesh is translucent and juicy. Eaten fresh, the duku langsat has a very delicate and sweet flavour. |
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