carambola tree

The carambola is a tree native to Southeast Asia that can reach a height of 12 meters. The tree is very productive, lasting around 60 to 90 days at certain times but fruits almost throughout the year and harvests can reach 300 kg from a single tree per year. The carambola thrives in a wide variety of environments, but favors humid areas and is comfortable in a semi-shaded exposure. It is able to withstand light frosts.

The fruits are green to yellow-orange in color, have 5 ribs that give it its star shape when cut. This is where its English name comes from (Star fruit).

The sweetest fruits are eaten raw, in fruit salad or juice.

The least sweet fruits are used for syrups or jams.

Minerals
Calcium 3 mg
Copper 0.14 mg
Iron 0.08 mg
Iodine 0.4 µg
Magnesium 10 mg
Manganese 0.037 mg
Phosphorus 12 mg
Potassium 133 mg
Sodium 2 mg
Zinc 0.12 mg

Matter

Water 91.4 g

Protein 1.15 g

Carbohydrate 3.9 g

Fat 0.32 g

Dietary fiber 2.8 g

Vitamins

Beta-Carotene25 µg

Vitamin E0.15 mg

Vitamin C34.4 mg

Vitamin B1 or Thiamine0.014 mg

Vitamin B2 0.016 mg

Vitamin B3 or PP or Niacin0.37 mg

Vitamin B5 0.39 mg

Vitamin B6 0.017 mg

Vitamin B9 or Total Folate

Cellular aging slows down by the presence of antioxidant vitamins

maintains good health of the skin and organs.

maintains good cardiovascular health.

fights against diabetes and cholesterol diseases.

The sweetest fruits are eaten raw, in fruit salad or juice.

The least sweet fruits are used for syrups or jams.

Decorative fruits in catering

In Southeast Asia, they are commonly used to clean metal objects and remove stubborn stains such as blood. Star fruit juice is rich in oxalic acid.

the presence of caramboxin associated with oxalic acid, which make star fruit a toxic fruit in case of excessive consumption. Caramboxin is a non-proteinogenic amino acid, which stimulates glutamate receptors in neurons.

It is therefore not recommended for people with neurological disorders and is also risky to consume in case of kidney disorders. It is also not recommended to ingest the seeds because they can cause kidney problems.