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Carambola (starfruit)
Averrhoa carambola
18.3634, -66.0856
Field Notes
Description:
Fruit is oval shaped and has from 4-8 prominent longitudinal ridges. In cross section it resembles a star. The skin is thin, smooth and waxy. Turns from green to yellow when ripened.
Habitat:
It is grown very well in tropical and subtropical areas.
Notes:
Very refreshing when made into juice and delicious when ripe.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJuly 9, 2014
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