Publisher's Synopsis
A tropical fruit indigenous to the Caribbean, Central America, and portions of South America, the Star Apple (Chrysophyllum cainito) goes by several names, including "cainito," "golden leaf tree," and "abiu" in certain places. The fruits of this tree can be green, purple, or yellow in color, and they can be either round or oval in shape.
Its sweet and subtly perfumed flavor has made the fruit famous. Smooth, creamy, and frequently juicy, star apple flesh is what you'll find when you cut into one. The seeds create a star pattern when the apple is cut horizontally in half, which is where the term "star apple" comes from.
You can scoop out the flesh of a star apple with a spoon and eat it fresh. The fruit is also used in salads, desserts, and drinks by some. Because of its high vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant content, star apple is prized not just for its culinary purposes but also for its possible health advantages.
The fruit is popular in many tropical areas, but its unique growth circumstances mean it may be harder to come by in other parts of the globe.
