Fruit Index

Browse our growing collection of obscure fruits from around the world. Click any fruit to learn more about its origin, flavor, and uses.

Ackee

The national fruit of Jamaica, ackee is a tropical fruit that must be fully ripe before eating. When prepared correctly, it has a creamy texture similar to scrambled eggs and is the star ingredient in Jamaica's national dish, ackee and saltfish.

Miracle Berry

Native to West Africa, this small red berry contains a protein called miraculin that temporarily rewires your taste buds. After eating one, sour foods like lemons and limes taste remarkably sweet for up to an hour.

Langsat

Also known as lanzones, this small round fruit grows in clusters throughout Southeast Asia. It has a translucent flesh that tastes like a blend of grape and grapefruit, with a sweet and slightly tart flavor.

Jabuticaba

One of the most unusual fruits in the world, jabuticaba grows directly on the bark of its tree in Brazil. It resembles a large dark grape and has a sweet, jelly-like flesh often used to make wines, jellies, and liqueurs.

Durian

Known as the king of fruits in Southeast Asia, durian is famous for its powerful smell, which has been compared to rotten onions. Despite the odor, its custard-like flesh is beloved by millions and considered a delicacy.