Star Fruit 'Kajang' (Averrhoa carambola)
Regular price $59.95Sweet 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 Fruitās 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 treeās attractive foliage and abundant fruiting add ornamental value to tropical and subtropical landscapes.
Quick Care Guide
| Plant Type: | Evergreen Fruit Tree |
| Harvest Season: | Summer to Fall, Year-round in tropical/subtropical climates |
| Mature Size: | 15-20 feet tall, 10-15 feet wide |
| Soil & Moisture: | Well-draining soil; like regular watering but is drought-tolerant once established |
| Light Requirements: | Full Sun |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Self-fertile: | Yes |
| Zone Hardiness: | Outdoors 9-11; Patio/Greenhouse 4+; Easily grown in containers! |
| Propagation: | Grafted and capable of fruiting now! |
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Averrhoa carambola |
| Common Names | Star Fruit, Carambola |
| Family | Oxalidaceae |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Plant Type | Tropical to Subtropical Evergreen Fruit Tree |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Mature Size | 20ā30 ft. |
| Light | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Water Needs | Consistent moisture; somewhat drought tolerant once established |
| Soil | Well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.5ā6.5; loamy or sandy soil enriched with organic matter |
| Bloom Time | Year-Round in warm climates |
| Flower Color | Pink to purple |
| USDA Zones | 10ā11; frost sensitive |
| Florida Native | No |
| Propagation | Seed, grafting |
| Seasonal Traits | Evergreen; can produce multiple crops throughout the year in tropical climates |
| Time to Harvest | 2ā3 years from planting |
| Self-Fertile | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Medium to Fast |
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Growing Notes
Star Fruit trees need at least 6ā8 hours of direct sunlight for the best growth and fruit production. Plant in well-draining soil and keep the soil consistently moist, especially while young and during fruiting. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can contribute to root rot and fungal issues. When planting multiple trees, allow about 10ā15 ft. of spacing for the spreading canopy.
Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer every 2ā3 months during the growing season, and supplement with organic compost to support healthy growth. Star Fruit benefits from micronutrients such as magnesium and iron when deficiencies occur. Light pruning can remove dead or damaged branches, improve air circulation, and keep the tree at a manageable size. In containers, provide a large pot with good drainage and prune or repot as the root system develops.
Common pests include aphids, scale, fruit flies, and mealybugs. Inspect plants regularly and use insecticidal soap or neem oil when needed. Fruits are ready to harvest when they turn from green to bright golden-yellow and become slightly soft. They can be harvested by hand or cut from the tree with pruning shears. Ripe fruit can be refrigerated for up to two weeks or allowed to finish ripening at room temperature for a few days.
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