Tag: Star apple skin

The star apple, or caimito, gets its name from the distinctive star-shaped pattern in its core when cut horizontally. While its unique appearance is captivating, only the soft, inner flesh is safe and pleasant to eat. The skin, rind, and seeds contain a high latex content and are not edible.

The star apple (Chrysophyllum cainito) is known for its sweet, juicy flesh and vibrant purple or green skin, but that outer layer contains a high concentration of sticky, bitter latex. This latex is the primary reason why you should never eat the skin of a star apple.