One of its own kinds, Durian fruit is delicious, soft, succulent and very popular for its unique characteristics. Durian is widely revered as the "King of Fruits" in the South-East Asian countries, namely in a country like Malaysia.
Description
The tree is tropical in origin and belongs to the genus Durio, family of Malvaceae; a large family of plant species which also include hibiscus, okra etc. It is botanically known as Durio zibethinus.
The fruit is distinctive for its large size, unique odor, and formidable thorn-covered husk. It can reach up to 30 cm (12 in) long and 15 cm (6 in) in diameter, and typically weighs one to four kilograms (2 to 7 lb). Shape wise, it varies from round to oblong; color of its husk (rind) is green to brown; and its flesh has creamy-yellow to saffron color depending on the species.
The flesh or pulp can be consumed at various stages of ripeness, and is used as flavor base in a wide variety of culinary and sweet preparations in Southeast Asian cuisines.
Edible flesh emits distinctive odor which can be described as strong and penetrating even when the husk is intact; this unusual stinky flavor and intense odor of the fruit have prompted many people to express diverse and peculiar opinions ranging from deep appreciation to intense disgust about durian.
Health benefits of Durian fruit
Durian fruit, like Banana, avocado and jack fruit, is rich in energy, minerals and vitamins.
The many benefits of durian include:1. Provides vitamins to the body.
2. Helps in curing jaundice.
3. Lowers cholesterol.
4. Detoxification of blood.
5. Improves the general well-being.
6. Helps to build muscles.
7. Improves sex function.
8. Anti-inflammatory activity.
9. Antioxidant Activity.
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