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Breadfruit

Artocarpus altilis

Photo by SheaEckert
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Description:

One of the most popular fruit in the Caribbean. The story of how it got there is even more interesting. If you would like a good story behind this plant, please read > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mutiny_on_the_Bounty

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Comments (3)
SheaEckert
And using them in spicy dishes sounds delicious!
SheaEckert
Ashish, I only saw these on a trip, but I was told that they do eat them! Unfortunately, I did not get to try it myself!
Ashish
Shea this is wonderful tree. Are fruits eat in your area...? We Indians used fruits to make spicy dishes...

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PublishedJuly 20, 2012

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