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Marang
Artocarpus odoratissimus
a.k.a. Tarap  

Large yellow-brown fruit covered with spiny protrubences. Fruits usually grow to 6-8". Flesh is white, juicy, with a strong smell and sweetish flavor.

Description: Tropical tree, little cultural information available.

Hardiness: Seems to be less-hardy than the jackfruit.

Growing Environment: Needs regular watering, probably prefers a humid climate.

Propagation: By seeds.

Uses: Eaten fresh. Seeds can be roasted and eaten.

Native Range: Native to Borneo and some islands of the Phillipines.