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Carambola, also known as star fruit, is the fruit of Averrhoa carambola, a species of tree native to the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The fruit is popular throughout Southeast Asia, the South Pacific and parts of East Asia. The tree is also cultivated throughout non-indigenous tropical areas, such as in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the southern United States.
The fruit has distinctive ridges running down its sides (usually five, but can sometimes vary); in cross-section, it resembles a star, hence its name. The entire fruit is edible and is usually eaten out of hand. They may also be used in cooking, and can be made into relishes, preserves, and juice drinks.
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Common name: Carambola, Starfruit, Five-finger
Botanical name: Averrhoa carambola
Family: Oxalidaceae
Origin: Southeast Asia
Avg. Height X Width: 12' x 12'
Varieties: Arkin, Fwang Tung, Kari, Sri Kembangan
Season: August - March
Damage temp: 26-28 F[/TD]
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Comments: Carambola are small symetrical trees that fruit very prolifically. They are commonly eaten fresh, in salads, as garnishes and in drinks. The fruit have a sweet citrus like flavor that is both delicious and refreshing.[/TD]
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