Sri Kembangan Star Fruit

Sri Kembangan Star Fruit

15 Gallon
$299.00
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Sri Kembangan Star Fruit

Star Fruit ‘Sri Kembangan’

Exceptionally Large & Sweet Fruit • Rich, Honey-Like Flavor • Disease Resistant & Productive

$299.00
Container sizeSize guide 15 Gallon

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Description

The Sri Kembangan Star Fruit is a Malaysian premium variety, celebrated for its exceptionally large, sweet, and juicy fruit. This vigorous tree produces massive, golden-orange star fruits with a thick, waxy skin and a high flesh-to-rib ratio. The flavor is intensely sweet and aromatic, with a rich, tropical depth that sets it apart. While it can grow large, its superior fruit quality, disease resistance, and high productivity make it a top choice for serious growers and fruit enthusiasts.

  • Renowned for producing very large, high-quality fruit with a waxy, golden-orange skin when fully ripe.

  • Flavor is intensely sweet and rich, often considered one of the best-tasting sweet varieties.

  • A vigorous and productive tree with good resistance to common diseases.

  • Fruit has a relatively thick flesh and short ribs, maximizing the edible portion.

  • Has a more defined seasonality, with heavy harvests typically in late summer/fall and winter.

  • Can become a medium to large tree if left unpruned.

Flavor Profile:

  • Flavor: Rich, honey-like sweetness with complex tropical notes and virtually no sour aftertaste.

  • Texture: Crisp, very juicy, and succulent.

  • Best Uses: The ultimate fresh-eating star fruit due to its size and superb flavor. Also excellent for juicing, making preserves, or dehydrating into sweet snacks.

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  • Features:Foliage:Obovate leaves (4-7" long).Glossy emerald green surface.Sensitive nyctinastic movement (leaves fold at night/during rain).Flowers:Clusters of pink-purple blossoms.Year-round flowering in tropical climates.Delicate citrus-like fragrance.Fruit:Large (5-7" long) with thick, waxy ribs.Turns vibrant orange when fully ripe.Crisp, translucent yellow flesh.Exceptionally sweet (Brix 9-12%) with low acidity.2-5 small edible seeds.This Malaysian cultivar sets the standard for commercial star fruit production with its extra-large, super-sweet fruits.
  • Mature Size:Height: 15-20 ft (semi-dwarf).Width: 12-15 ft
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
  • Key Advantages:Premium fruit quality - largest commercial variety.Dual cropping - main seasons Aug-Sep & Dec-Feb.Ornamental value - showy flowers and fruit.Productive - heavy bearer in suitable climates
  • Landscape Uses:Tropical orchards.Edible landscaping.Container growing (in marginal zones).Commercial production

Faqs

Q: How large do the fruits get?
A: 'Sri Kembangan' fruits are notably large, often reaching 4-6 inches in length and having substantial girth, much bigger than common supermarket star fruit.

Q: Is it better than 'Fwang Tung'?
A: If your priority is maximum fruit size and intense sweetness, 'Sri Kembangan' is superior. If you need a more compact tree for a small space, 'Fwang Tung' is the better choice. Both are excellent sweet varieties.

Q: Does it need special care to produce large fruit?
A: Consistent watering during fruit development and thinning the young fruit clusters can help direct the tree's energy to fewer fruits, resulting in even larger individual size.

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