7 Amazing Facts About Carambola

Zee Media Bureau
May 10, 2024

Name

Carambola is named from its star-shaped appearance.

Native

Southeast Asia is home to the carambola.

Taste

The flavour of carambola is tart and sweet.

Culinary

It can be eaten raw, added to fruit salads, used as a garnish, or blended into pleasant juices and cocktails.

Varieties

They come in sweet and sour variations, each having a distinct flavour and texture.

Medicinal Properties

Carambola has traditionally been used to heal sore throats, fevers, and coughs.

Trees

Carambola trees may reach a height of 30 feet.

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