Star Fruit 'Kajang' (Averrhoa carambola)

Sweet and Crisp Tropical Delight

Common Names: Kajang Star Fruit, Carambola
Family: Oxalidaceae
Origin: Southeast Asia

Kajang Star Fruit (Averrhoa carambola) is a popular tropical fruit variety known for its sweet, tangy flavor and large, juicy fruits. This star fruit variety produces robust, golden-yellow fruits with a crisp texture that makes it perfect for fresh eating, juicing, and adding to salads or desserts. The Kajang variety is prized for its larger fruit size and rich flavor, making it a favorite among star fruit enthusiasts. Our Kajang Star Fruit trees are grafted and capable of fruiting now, providing you with quicker harvests and abundant yields. Its compact size and lush, ornamental foliage make it ideal for home gardens and container growing.

Distinctive Features, Uses, and Nutritional Value

Fruits: Kajang produces large, golden-yellow star fruits with a sweet-tart flavor and a firm, crisp texture. The fruit is loaded with vitamin C, dietary fiber, and antioxidants, making it a nutritious snack. Its unique star-shaped slices make it a visually appealing garnish for dishes and drinks, while its tangy, juicy flesh is perfect for adding a refreshing flavor to salads, smoothies, and desserts.

Foliage: The tree has dark green, glossy pinnate leaves that fold up at night, adding a dynamic, tropical appeal to your garden.

Growth Habit: Kajang Star Fruit is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15-20 feet tall, with a manageable size that can be pruned for container growing or small gardens.

Culinary and Ornamental Uses

Kajang Star Fruit’s sweet-tart flavor makes it highly versatile in the kitchen. The fruit can be eaten fresh, juiced, or used in fruit salads, desserts, and as a garnish for cocktails and dishes. Its star-shaped slices are not only delicious but also perfect for decorative plating. The tree’s attractive foliage and abundant fruiting add ornamental value to tropical and subtropical landscapes.