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Cantaloupes are also known as muskmelons and rock melons. While there are dozens of cultivars, there are two specific varieties recognized: the true Cantaloupe (Cucumis melo ) and the North American Cantaloupe (Cucumis melo L var. reticulatus). Both varieties are members of the...
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The pomelo (or pummelo, pommelo, jabong, or shaddock), Citrus maxima, also Citrus grandis, is a
citrus fruit, usually a pale green to yellow when ripe, larger than a grapefruit, with sweet flesh and thick
spongy rind.
The pomelo is native to southeastern Asia and all of...
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Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is the largest fruit is the world and may weigh up to 40 kg. The
fruit has a rough and thick skin and contains many seeds inside. Each seed is surrounded by an edible
pulp that is sweet, aromatic and has a texture that is usually crispy but may...
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The pitaya, also known as pitahaya, dragonfruit or strawberry pear is the fruit of several cactus
species, especially of the genus Hylocereus. Native to Mexico and Central and South America, these
vine-like epiphytic cacti are also cultivated in Southeast Asian countries such as...
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The rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) derives its name from the Malay word "rambut" meaning
"hair." The rambutan skin, which may be yellow or red when ripe, is covered with many curved or
fleshy whiskers, giving the fruit a hairy appearance. The fruit is usually oval to round and are...
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Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is commonly regarded as
the epitome of the tropics. The fruit's pretty
shape, juicy, sweet and tart flesh makes it a favourite at the dessert table.
The pineapple may be oval
or cylindrical. The tough, waxy rind is made up of hexagonal "eyes"...
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Carambola (Averrhoa carambola) also known as starfruit, is a popular dessert fruit in Malaysia. The
fruit has an attractive star-shape (hence the common name) when sliced cross-wise. They have a
smooth and waxy skin. Ripe starfruit range from pale to dark yellow in colour. The...
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