Star Fruit Trees
Star fruit (Carambola)
Averrhoa carambola
Star Fruit trees produce shiny yellow fruits with a mild, sweet flavor. They are relatively cold hard for our area.
| Star Fruit Details | |
|---|---|
| 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 very sour |
| Skin Color When Ripe | Yellow |
| Fruit Use | Fresh eating or cooked |
| Fruit Season | Early Summer |
| Light Needs | Full Sun/Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Regular water |
| USDA Zone | 9b |