White Star Apple
Chrysophyllum cainito — Sapotaceae
Italiano: Mela stellata bianca
Description
White Star Apple (Chrysophyllum cainito) belongs to the Sapotaceae family and is native to Africa. It thrives in Forest, gardens environments across regions including Africa. Botanically, White Star Apple is tropical tree with purple or green-white sweet fruits. Native to Americas but naturalized in Africa. Note: originally American but included here as widespread naturalized African food.. The edible parts include Fruits. With an edibility rating of 7/10, it ranks as a good wild food source. Harvesting is best done during December, February, January and March. Nutritionally, White Star Apple stands out for its Vitamin C (45.0mg, 50% DV), Vitamin K (30.0mg, 25% DV) and Vitamin E (1.0mg, 7% DV). It also provides 2.0g protein and 5.0g dietary fiber per 100g serving. In the kitchen, White Star Apple offers a Sweet, milky, lychee-like flavor profile. Cut in half, remove seeds, spoon flesh. Common culinary applications include Fresh eating. Popular preparations include Cut and eat fresh fruit. For storage, refrigerate fresh parts. Safety note: Seeds should not be swallowed. Antinutrient content is minimal. Be aware that Verify identification before consumption. Safe lookalike species include Similar edible species. Always verify identification with at least three independent botanical sources before consumption.
🌿 Foraging Tips
🍳 Recipe: Cut and eat fresh fruit
This is one of the traditional ways to prepare this wild edible plant. Always ensure proper plant identification before cooking.
Edibility
Harvest Calendar
Nutrition (per 100g)
Culinary Uses: Fresh eating Storage: Refrigerate fresh parts
Recipes
- Cut and eat fresh fruit
