MILK FRUIT
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About This Plant
Milk Fruit, commonly known as Star Apple, is a premium tropical fruit admired for its smooth skin, creamy white to purple flesh, and deliciously sweet flavor. The fruit gets its name from the milky latex released when cut and the star-shaped pattern visible inside the fruit. Grafted Milk Fruit plants typically begin bearing fruits within 2–3 years under proper care, making them an excellent choice for home gardens and commercial orchards.
Milk Fruit thrives in warm tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with full sunlight. The evergreen tree is vigorous, easy to maintain, and produces abundant harvests every season. Rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, antioxidants, and dietary fiber, the fruits are ideal for fresh eating, smoothies, desserts, fruit salads, and juices. Its creamy texture, sweet taste, and ornamental beauty make Milk Fruit one of the most desirable exotic fruit trees.
