Spiny fruits

What Do Kiwano Look Like? Kiwanos are oval shaped fruits with pronounced spiky points all over. They are yellow or orange, and about 4 or 5 inches long. Inside they are super seedy, with a bright emerald green very liquidy flesh surrounding the seeds. Where Are Kiwanos From? They are a traditional fruit plant in Africa, where they can survive the tough dry desert weather. They are also popular in New Zealand, Australia and parts of the U.S. How to Choose Kiwano Choose firm fruit with a slight give. The deeper orange they are, the better the flavor. Make sure at least most if not of all the points, or “horns” are intact. Avoid any bruises or cuts or dings or soft spots. Be careful as the spikes or horns can be very sharp. How to Ripen Kiwanos Kiwanos should be ripened at room temperature. They are ripe when the skin turns orange, They should not be refrigerated as the cold temperature will affect the texture of the fruit negatively. How to Prepare Kiwanos When ripe, cut them in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the green liquid and seeds, avoiding the more dense core running down the center. You’ll see that each seed is kind of encased in a little sac of this loose jelly-textured flesh. The flesh and seeds can be eaten straight, added to fruit salads most commonly, or if you want to strain out the seeds, the juice can be used in drinks and desserts, and other preparations. The skin can also be eaten, though proceed with caution, both because it’s leathery, and those...

• Calories: 123 • Fat: 0.3g • Sodium: 16.5mg • Carbohydrates: 31.3g • Fiber: 1.4g • Sugars: Not specified • Protein: 1g • Manganese: 0.5mg • Copper: 0.1mg Carbs Like most fruits, rambutans are primarily composed of carbohydrates. There are 31 grams of carbs in a cup of canned rambutan, with 1.4 grams coming from fiber. The USDA does not currently list sugar content for rambutan; however, a portion of its total carbohydrates is attributed to Vitamins and Minerals Rambutan provides manganese, copper, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, folate, and vitamin A. It is not very high in many vitamins or minerals, containing the highest levels of manganese and copper. A one-cup provides 22% of daily recommended manganese and 11% of copper based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet. May Support Cancer Prevention Rambutan contains several antioxidants, including anthocyanins, phenolic compounds, and methanolic compounds. Although no long-term human studies have confirmed the anti-cancer effects of rambutan, antioxidants in fruits and vegetables have long been associated with cancer prevention. Choosing unprocessed rambutan (fresh over canned) provides the greatest concentration of antioxidants. Promotes Bone Health To some extent, bone loss is inevitable with age. However, healthy eating and physical activity make it possible to reduce the rate and severity of this issue. Higher intakes of fruit, like rambutan, are associated with greater bone mineral density, likely due to the effe...

Spiny Gourd Quick Facts Name: Spiny Gourd Scientific Name: Origin India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, China, Japan, South East Asia, Polynesia besides tropical Africa and South America Colors Usually green, shades change to greenish yellow or yellow as it ripens Shapes Shortly beaked pods, obtuse with inner red kernel, densely echinate with soft spines Flesh colors Red colored when completely ripe Taste Bitter, sweet Health benefits Prevents Hypertension and Supports Heart Health, Prevents Seasonal Infections,Boosts Immune System, Cures Eczema and Skin Problems, Protects Liver, Skin and Pimple Care, Prevents and cures Respiratory Disorders, Brain Function, Good for a Diabetic Patient, Supports Digestive System, Prevents Cancer, Peptic Ulcer and Piles, Treats Cough, Give relief in breathing problem, Remove kidney stones, Useful for pregnant women, Work as anti-aging, Improve eyesight, Reduce excess sweating (Hyperhidrosis) Balsam Pear, Spine gourd, Bristly Balsam Pear, Prickly Carolaho, spiny gourd, kantola, Small bitter gourd, Teasle Gourd, Kakrol, Kankro, Kartoli, Kantoli, Kantroli and Ban karola. Plant Description Spiny Gourd is a perennial, dioceous, herbaceous, climbing creeper that can reach over 2-3 meters in length. The plant can easily be cultivated on unfertile soil.Stem is slender, branched, furrowed, glabrous and shining. Tendrils are elongated, simple, striate and glabrous. Leaves are simple membranous ,broadly ovate in outline , variable in length 3.8-10 cm and 3.2-8...

• Acèh • Dansk • Deutsch • Eesti • Ελληνικά • Español • فارسی • Français • 客家語/Hak-kâ-ngî • 한국어 • Bahasa Indonesia • Íslenska • Italiano • עברית • Jawa • ქართული • Ikinyarwanda • Li Niha • مصرى • Bahasa Melayu • 日本語 • Norsk bokmål • Português • Română • Simple English • Slovenščina • Soomaaliga • Tiếng Việt L. Species There are currently 30 recognised species (see the The durian ( ˈ d ʊər i ə n/, ˈ dj ʊər i ə n/) Durio. There are 30 recognised Durio species, at least nine of which produce edible fruit. Named in some regions as the "king of fruits", An Etymology [ ] The name "durian" is derived from the duri (meaning 'thorn'), a reference to the numerous prickly thorns on its -an. durion was first used in a 1588 translation of The History of the Great and Mighty Kingdom of China and the Situation Thereof by the Spanish explorer There is one, yt is called in the Malaca tongue Durion, and is so good that [...] it doth exceede in savour all others that euer they had seene, or tasted. Other historical variants include duryoen, duroyen, durean, and dorian. Viverra zibetha (the Taxonomy [ ] Durian flowers are usually closed during the daytime. Durio sensu lato has 30 recognised species. Durio sensu stricto comprises 24 of these species. The 6 additional species included in Durio s.l. are now considered by some to comprise their own genus, Boschia. Durio s.s. and Boschia have indistinguishable vegetative characteristics and many shared floral characteristics. The crucial differenc...

Have you ever heard of gac melon? Well, unless you dwell in regions from southern China to northeastern Australia where gac melon hails, it’s probably unlikely, but this melon is on the fast track and destined to become the next super fruit. What is gac melon? Read on to find out about growing gac melon fruit, its care, and other gac melon information. What is Gac Melon? While the fruit is commonly referred to as gac, it is variously referred to as baby jackfruit, spiny bitter gourd, sweet gourd (which is it?), or cochinchin gourd. Its Latin name is Momordica cochinchinensis. Gac grows on dioecious vines – male flowers bloom on one plant and females on another. They are a common sight growing on lattices at the entries to rural homes and gardens in their lands of origin. The vines only fruit once a year, making it highly seasonal. The fruit is dark orange when ripe, round to oblong and about 5 inches (13 cm.) long and 4 inches (10 cm.) across. The exterior is covered in spines and the interior pulp is dark red looking rather like a Gac Melon Information Gac is describes as being very mild in flavor, rather like a cucumber. The fleshy pulp is soft and spongy. Gac, or spiny gourd, is not only harvested for its uses in numerous dishes, but the seeds are also cooked with rice to impart it with a lustrous brilliantly red look and oily, mild, nutty flavor. In Vietnam, the fruit is referred to as the “fruit from heaven,” where it is believed to promote longevity, health, and vita...

Many spiny fruits, also known as spiky fruits, are delicious and offer several nutritional benefits. However, many of them are less known, and thanks to their somewhat weird appearance, many people don’t actively seek them out. You’ve come to the right place if you’re curious about spiny or spiky fruits! Here are 11 spiny fruits from different regions of the world: • Jackfruit • Durian • Kiwano (Horned Melon) • Yellow Dragon Fruit • Black Mulberry • Lychee • Rambutan • Prickly Pear (Cactus Fruit) • Breadfruit • Soursop (Graviola) • Cherimoya Let’s look at these spiny fruits to know their unique features, taste, and origin. You’ll also learn the nutritional and health benefits of these spiky fruits, too. Yellow Spiny Fruits Fresh and ripe Jackfruit arranged beautifully in a wooden bowl. 1. Jackfruit Let’s kick things off with the world’s largest edible fruit tree, which also happens to be a spiny fruit. The jackfruit originates from the Indo-Malaysian region but now grows in many warm climates worldwide. It is a massive tropical fruit that can weigh up to 40 lbs (18 kg), yet it grows on trees. The fruit has thick, jarring skin, but underneath all that roughness is a delicious pulpy flesh that you can eat raw or cooked. If you’re a vegan, you’ll probably enjoy jackfruit’s chewy texture, making it an excellent vegan substitute for meat. On the nutritional side of things, 3.5 oz (100 g) of jackfruit has plenty of vitamins, including vitamin B2, B3, B9, B6, and vitamin C. It al...

Photo: Shutterstock / P-fotography Dragon Fruit Perhaps because of its intimidating outer shell, dragon fruit is most frequently seen as a flavoring for cocktails or smoothies. This bright pink and spiky ball of fruit has a similar texture to kiwi, with tiny black seeds mixed in with the white and fruity flesh. Photo: Shutterstock / finchfocus Starfruit Starfruit may not look like much from the outside, but when cut on the cross section it’s clear where this tasty fruit gets its name. The fruit has a bright yellow color and tastes like a sweet and tart grape. To prepare, slice the fruit into pieces along the ridges and remove the seeds from the center. Eat it raw or use it to garnish on these sweet Photo: Shutterstock / CPM PHOTO Rambutan Rambutan is quite possibly one of the more intimidating fruits on the list—it is a small round ball with spiky red, pink and green hairs that stick out. To open it, use a pairing knife to slice through the outer skin but not through the interior flesh. Carve halfway around the fruit to expose the interior flesh, and tear away the skin. Once you’ve removed the grape-like fruit from the inside, make sure to discard the seed inside. Most rambutans are sweet, juicy and well worth the trouble. Photo: Shutterstock / AUKARAWATCYBER Husk Cherry Husk cherries look like tiny tomatillos; small round fruit wrapped in a papery husk. The fruit can be pink, green or light orange and taste like a cross between sweet tomatoes and pineapples. They can be...

• Pittsburgh synagogue shooter found guilty in Tree of Life attack • Daniel Ellsberg, Pentagon Papers leaker, dies at age 92 • Ohio man killed 3 young sons as daughter fled home, authorities say • Depression rates vary depending on where you live, CDC report finds • Staffer for Rep. Brad Finstad attacked at gunpoint near Capitol • DOJ report finds Minneapolis police use "dangerous" excessive force • New details emerge about U.S. couple found dead in Mexico hotel • Ja Morant suspended for 25 games without pay, NBA announces • The war on inflation is already won in some parts of the U.S. • • Shows • Live • Local • More • • Latest • Video • Photos • Podcasts • In Depth • Local • Global Thought Leaders • Innovators & Disruptors • • Log In • Newsletters • Mobile • RSS • CBS Store • Paramount+ • Join Our Talent Community • Davos 2023 • Search • Search • By William Goodman, Ethan Fedida June 15, 2011 / 6:35 PM / CBS NEWS • • • While it may look a bit like a clown's toupee, the Rambutan is a medium-sized tropical fruit that is native to Indonesia, Malaysia, The Philippines, Sri Lanka and other Southeast Asian countries. Additionally, rambutan is a Malay word literally meaning "hairy" attributed to its hairy cover. Horned melon The horned melon (also known as "blowfish fruit" in the U.S.) is a member of the cucumber and melon family that is native to Africa, but now grown in a variety of places worldwide. Known also as the African horned cucumber, jelly fruit, and English tomato, e...

Licha or Rambutan – Fruit in Central America In Guatemala, the fruit known as lichas are actually rambutans — a native Asian fruit which are closely related to Lychees and Loquats. They are a sweetish/ sour fruit that has gained recent popularity in Guatemala and throughout Central America. They are best known by their bright [...] Licha or Rambutan – Fruit in Central America In Guatemala, the fruit known as lichas are actually rambutans — a native Asian fruit which are closely related to Lychees and Loquats. They are a sweetish/ sour fruit that has gained recent popularity in Guatemala and throughout Central America. They are best known by their bright pink exterior that is surrounded by soft spines. They totally look as if they come from the orient. Lichas are now sold throughout Central America at markets or on the streets. In only a decade they have become a popular fruit to grow in gardens and to sell in markets. They do not yet seem to be cultivated industrially in Central America, as they tend to be sold in the informal economy by local people whenever they have enough ripe ones to spare. At the Finca Tatin, we buy them from the indigenous Q’eqchi’ Maya in the jungle who grow them at their homes to sell on the rivers from cayucos. Whenever lichas are offered for sale to the finca, we all — including the Maya girls in the kitchen — purchase bags full. They sell cheap — 25 centavos, 6 cents, a piece — and are often sold by local kids. Lichas seem to be a recently indu...

• Calories: 123 • Fat: 0.3g • Sodium: 16.5mg • Carbohydrates: 31.3g • Fiber: 1.4g • Sugars: Not specified • Protein: 1g • Manganese: 0.5mg • Copper: 0.1mg Carbs Like most fruits, rambutans are primarily composed of carbohydrates. There are 31 grams of carbs in a cup of canned rambutan, with 1.4 grams coming from fiber. The USDA does not currently list sugar content for rambutan; however, a portion of its total carbohydrates is attributed to Vitamins and Minerals Rambutan provides manganese, copper, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, folate, and vitamin A. It is not very high in many vitamins or minerals, containing the highest levels of manganese and copper. A one-cup provides 22% of daily recommended manganese and 11% of copper based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet. May Support Cancer Prevention Rambutan contains several antioxidants, including anthocyanins, phenolic compounds, and methanolic compounds. Although no long-term human studies have confirmed the anti-cancer effects of rambutan, antioxidants in fruits and vegetables have long been associated with cancer prevention. Choosing unprocessed rambutan (fresh over canned) provides the greatest concentration of antioxidants. Promotes Bone Health To some extent, bone loss is inevitable with age. However, healthy eating and physical activity make it possible to reduce the rate and severity of this issue. Higher intakes of fruit, like rambutan, are associated with greater bone mineral density, likely due to the effe...