Tag: Wild mangosteen

Native to maritime Southeast Asia, the santol fruit has a variety of English names that reflect its unique characteristics. It is most frequently referred to as 'cotton fruit' due to its fluffy, white pulp, but is also known by the intriguing name 'wild mangosteen'.

As a native tropical fruit from India's Western Ghats region, the versatile kokum has several English names, though the original name is widely adopted in English culinary circles. This dark purple fruit from the *Garcinia indica* tree is celebrated for its tart flavor and culinary versatility.

Native to the Western Ghats of India, kokum is a versatile tropical fruit known for its tangy flavor and deep purple color. A lesser-known fact is that this fruit is known by several other names, including the botanical name *Garcinia indica* and the Ayurvedic term *Vrikshamla*.