What 12 interesting fruits from around the world look like

Sarah FieldingMay 28, 2020, 00:13 IST

Jackfruit can be used as a vegan meat substitute.MP kullimratchai/Shutterstock

Fruit is prevalent in diets around the world, and you'll likely want to try these interesting-looking varieties that are often found outside of the US.
Jackfruit, mangosteen, starfruit, and rambutans are some common fruits in Southeast Asia.
Some fruits, like ackee, can be poisonous if they aren't handled and prepared correctly.
Aguajes, rose apples, and guavas are known for their various health benefits.

If you live in the US, you've likely stuck to some of the more common fruits like bananas, apples, and berries.

But around the globe, there are plenty of delicious fruits that are worth trying.

Here are some interesting fruits from different places around the world.

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Pomelos are a citrus fruit often found in the south of Asia.

Pomelo is similar to a grapefruit. Marina Nabatova/Shutterstock

The jabuticaba plant is known as the Brazillian grape tree. Fernando Calmon/Shutterstock

Ackees are poisonous when they aren't ripe. twiggyjamaica/Shutterstock

Ripe guavas are pink inside. joanchang/Shutterstock

Rose Apples give off a light, rose scent when they are ripe. pran/Shutterstock

The white flesh of rambutans is sweet and sour. MR. WATCHARA POOTO/Shutterstock

Starfruit is named after its shape when it's cut. Joko P/Shutterstock

Horned cucumbers are similar in taste to cucumbers and zucchinis. weha/Shutterstock

Mangosteens are an expensive fruit. senlektomyum/Shutterstock

Langsat has a similar taste to grapefruit. Ar Business/Shutterstock

Aguajes are a versatile fruit. Carlos Sala Fotografia/Shutterstock

Jackfruit is the largest tree-born fruit. jakkrit Sribaljaem/Shutterstock