The Malay apple fruit is a tropical fruit grown in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia. It is a large dumb-bell shaped fruit with a hard, crunchy texture and a slightly...
Category: Pomes
Firethorns are a wild berry-like pome fruit that thrives in most climates. While the raw fruits are very bitter, the flavors transform into something unique when cooked. Keep reading to learn why the...
Did you know that the medlar was referenced in Romeo and Juliet? The line, "the medlar, rotten with ripeness," references how the medlar fruit only gets better with time. As it develops, it becomes...
Pears are a sweet and juicy fruit part of the Rosaceae family. They come in various colors and flavors and are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Pears are commonly eaten fresh but can...
The elephant apple is a tropical Asian fruit best known for its funky flavors and slimy texture. Despite its strange appearance and equally bizarre flavors, the fruit has become a staple in Indian...
The Chinese white pear is a hybrid northeast Asian pear species with an apple pear's crisp, juicy texture but a more European pear-like shape and taste. Their refreshing sweetness and crunchy texture...