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Jackfruit
Scientific Name |
Artocarpus heterophyllus |
Family |
Moraceae |
Shape |
Oval or oblong, with a rough texture |
Size |
25 to 80 cm in length, 15 to 25 cm in diameter |
Weight |
5 to 55 kg (can exceed 80 kg in some cases) |
Skin |
Thick, green or yellow with prominent spikes |
Color of Flesh |
Yellow to golden yellow |
Texture of Flesh |
Soft, fibrous, and juicy |
Seeds |
Oval-shaped, brown or white, encased in a sticky membrane |
Taste |
Sweet and fruity when ripe |
Aroma |
Strong, distinct, fruity scent when ripe |
Nutritional Value |
High in carbohydrates, vitamins A, C, and B6, potassium, and fiber |
Growing Environment |
Tropical and subtropical climates |