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Arkin Starfruit
Arkin Starfruit is a variety of Averrhoa carambola, the starfruit plant. Fruits very prolifically. Golden fruit is star-shaped and eaten fresh or preserved. This is the sweetest variety. It has hints of apple, pear, grape and citrus.
Botanical Name
Averrhoa carambola 'Arkin'
Also Known As
Five Corner Fruit | Carambola | Star fruit | 楊桃 | 阳桃 | 洋桃 | 五敛子 |杨桃 | 酸阳桃
Specifications
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Harvest Season
Years to Bear
9 - 11
Partial - Full Sun
Regularly
Evergreen
Perennial
15' Tall and 10' Wide
Moderate
Spring - Fall
Pink
Year-Round
1st Year
Soils & Fertilizers For Arkin Starfruit
