Description

Jackfruit is a tree of striking appearance that bears some of the worlds largest fruit, up to 1m long. The golden-yellow flesh has a strong odour but is deliciously sweet, described by some as having a banana bubblegum taste. It is delicious eaten fresh or dried in the sun like dates. The seeds are roasted and the green fruit eaten as a vegetable in curries. Cross pollination is beneficial for bigger fruit and heavy crops. Jackfruit is native to Asia and prefers rich, moist well-drained soils in a protected and sunny position. Drought and frost tender. An evergreen tree, growing to 5m by 3m. Green flowers inconspicuous.

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