Pineapple and Carambola Facts

Facts about Pineapple and Carambola

Fruits (fresh or dried) play the role of natural staple diet for humans. We all have some basic knowledge about all types of fruits but are you aware of unique Pineapple and Carambola facts? Some of the interesting facts about Pineapple and Carambola are provided here.

Pineapple Facts are:

• A single pineapple takes 3 years to reach maturation.
• Pineapple is not an apple, but is actually a berry.
• The name is with reference to its resemblance to pine cones.
• Pineapple is sweeter if scales are more.

Carambola Facts are:

• When carambola is cut horizontally, it forms a star.
• It is believed that carambola helps to cure hangover.
• Entire carambola is edible, including its skin.
• 2 varieties of carambola are cultivated: tart & sweet.

Fruits are consumed in various forms. Fruit recipes and desserts are the trending food choices all over the world. Use of Pineapple and Carambola in variety of dishes and their intrinsic nature of perfectly blending with other food combinations, makes them the apt choice for various dishes! Try out different recipes of these nutritious fruits and decide which fruit appeals more to your taste buds.