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Averrhoa carambola

Starfruit , Carambolo

Small tree. Great tropical fruit used in a variety of ways from being eaten plain, used in salads , juice, preserves, relishes , etc. Cocobolo Tree Farm carries two types Carambola "dulce" or "acido".  The fruit is rich in anti oxidents, potassium,  and vitamin  "C" . Low in sugar. The riper the fruit the more sugar content. 

Plant Characteristics

Fruit

 2 to 6 inches, star shape when cut.  

Additional Information

References

 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carambola

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edible fruit,

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