Carambola (Starfruit) Tree 'Fwang Tung'

Carambola (Starfruit) Tree 'Fwang Tung'A uniquely white or pale yellow colored, extra large fruit, Fwang Tung stands out among the Carambola varieties. Its got a crunchier texture, and a slightly grape like flavor twist! ____________________________________________________________ Latin name Averrhoa carambola Carambola (commonly known as Starfruit) originates from Southeast Asia, where it thrives in the warm tropical climate, enjoying abundant rainfall and humidity. Carambola is one of

but also quite enjoyable eaten fresh

A previously under-rated fruit which is gaining in popularity

which it may be

It ripens from November to January

Nopales cacti thrive in heat

Many of our customers from the West Indies region say they grew up eating Hog Plum fruits

They’ll tolerate flooding

they are delicate white to light purple flowers that are loved by pollinators

with a rich spicy flavor similar to Julie but with more acidity

so must be eaten soon after picking

mild in flavor

but will adapt to semi-shaded conditions