Averrhoa carambola, also known as starfruit or carambola, is a tropical tree that is native to Asia. It has deciduous leaves, pink flowers, and edible yellow fruits that are often sold in exotic fruits stores.
The starfruit can be grown in semi-shaded areas, as it needs less direct sun exposure as other tropical trees. Once fully mature, the starfruit can withstand negative temperatures down to 28°F (-2°C). However, young trees generally won't survive negative temperatures at all.
Averrhoa carambola has deciduous leaves which are imparipinnate, and which can be up to 10 in (25 cm) long.
Flowers are grouped in clusters of pink flowers that appear in the axils of the leaves or the twigs.
The starfruit is a yellow oblong fruit, which is 5- to 6-angled. When cut in sections, it reveals the form of a star, hence its common name. The fruit can be up to 6" (15 cm) long. The flesh is yellow, juicy and crisp.
Averrhoa carambola requiert les expositions suivantes : ombre,mi-ombre,lumière The starfruit prefers a well-drained and fertile ground.
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Category - tree
Dimensions
Height 10.00 m
Width 6.00 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below -2.0 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to 0.0 °C
Exposure - shade, partial shade, light
Leaves - evergreen
Flowers - Color(s) : pink
Fruit - Edible Propagation - seeds The starfruit is often propagated by seeds. Best varieties can be propagated by cuttings or air-layering.Seeds are flattened and are brown.
Toxicity No or unknown toxicity.
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