Jackfruit

Jackfruit (also called "Jakfruit") is a type of fruit from India, Bangladesh (National fruit) and Sri Lanka.[1] When a Jackfruit ripens, it changes from green to slightly yellow.

Jackfruit
Jackfruit tree with fruit
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A. heterophyllus
Binomial name
Artocarpus heterophyllus

References

  1. Morton, Julia (1987). "Jackfruit". Fruits of warm climates. Retrieved February 4, 2009.

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The seeds of the jackfruit are edible after peeling, and are reminiscent of potatoes in taste.
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