Spondias dulcis
June Plum
Widely found in Creole gardens, the ambarella is prized for its crunchy and refreshing fruit. Harvested ripe or still green depending on its use, it is incorporated into many traditional West Indian recipes.
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Native to the Pacific Islands, this fruit tree has gradually established itself in many tropical regions. Its dense foliage provides welcome shade, and its fruits have been consumed for generations in the Caribbean. Easy to cultivate in a tropical climate, it is now a common sight in many Creole gardens.
Famille :
Anacardiaceae
Origine géographique :
Polynesia and Melanesia
Taille :
10 to 20 meters
Floraison :
February to May
Habitat :
July to December
Classe :
Magnoliopsida (Dicotyledons)
Ordre :
Sapindales
An essential fruit of the West Indies
The ambarella produces oval fruits with green skin that turns yellow when ripe. Its flesh is firm, juicy, and slightly tart. In the West Indies, it is eaten fresh, in juice, jam, salad, or prepared in marinades and condiments.
Beyond its fruit production, this tree also provides a refuge for many birds and insects. Its blossoms attract pollinators, while its foliage provides coolness and shade. Like the cocoa tree, the annatto or the calabash tree, it is a testament to the richness of food-producing plants found in tropical gardens.
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