We never even knew this fruit existed, but now we want to try one ASAP.

Star apple is scientifically called Chrysophyllum caimito, which is native to the Greater Antilles, West Indies then widely cultivated in Central America as well as Southeast Asia.

Chrysophyllum cainito, more commonly known as star apple, is known by many names ranging from purple star apple to milk fruit, tar apple, and aguay. The most common name derives from its purple outer skin and a seed pattern that looks like a star. Sweet and aromatic, the fruit has a variety of medicinal properties […]

We recently "discovered" the caimito (or star apple), at Mérida's central market. This sweet fruit has a wonderfully fleshy center and a creamy juice. It's like a lychee crossed with a tropical milkshake. After learning to avoid the rind (bitter and pasty), we had teaspoons in hand and were digging out the fleshy centers like professionals.

White-Green Star Apple. Kaimito in tagalog

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Star Apple - This is a close relative of the Abiu. It has a wonderful milkshake flavor. The fruits are purple or green. When sliced open they have a star design in the center. The tree is very beautiful. The leaves have a bronze color on the under side. This tree takes 3 to 5 years to bear. It is large and likes full sun and good drainage. Plant 25 to 30 feet apart.