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Star Fruit Trees
Averrhoa carambola
Star Fruit trees produce shiny yellow fruits with a mild, sweet flavor. They are relatively cold hardy for our area. Popular varieties include Arkin, Fwang Tung, Kari and Sri Kembangan. The are very productive and prolific bearers.
Plant Details | |
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Type | Tropical Fruit |
Evergreen/Deciduous | Evergreen, Semi-Evergreen (in cooler climates) |
Tree Size/Habit | Rounded Canopy to 25 – 30 Feet |
Fruit Shape/Size | Ovate to Ellipsoid 2 – 5 Inches Long |
Fruit Flavor | Juicy, Mildly Sweet to Sour |
Skin Color When Ripe | Yellow |
Fruit Use | Fresh Eating, Cooked |
Fruit Season | Early Summer |
Light Needs | Full Sun to Part Sun |
Water Needs | Regular Water |
USDA Zone | 9b – 11 |