Top 78 Tropical Fruits
in the World

Plátano de Canarias are Cavendish variety bananas, grown in the archipelago of the Canary Islands. The distinctive feature of these bananas are the brown flecks on their bright yellow skin due to the higher activity of enzymes in this variety which help ripen the fruit faster. The fruits are graded by shape and are at least 14 cm long. Plátano de Canarias have an intense and sweet flavor, which is the result of its high sugar and low starch content. Nutritionally, these bananas contain more potassium and phosphorus and less sodium and calcium than those grown elsewhere.Expand

Jabuticaba are traditional Brazilian berries native to the states of Minas Gerais, Goiás, and São Paolo. The berries are dark purple in color with a thick skin and they grow on tree trunks. Jabuticaba berries have a very short shelf life and begin to ferment 3 to 4 days after being picked, and the jabuticaba tree takes between 6 and 8 years to ear fruit, which is why these berries are so prized. They also contain antioxidants, calcium, potassium, iron, phosphorus, and vitamins C and E. The flavors are a combination of sweet and acidic. People usually enjoy them fresh and eaten out of hand, but the berries are also often made into jellies, juices, and jams. Expand

Grown on the Portuguese Azores island of São Miguel, the Ananás dos Açores is a pineapple of the Cayene variety. It is produced on the island in more than 6,000 glass greenhouses using traditional cultivation techniques. These pineapples can only be harvested two years from after they are planted. The Azorean pineapple has been grown in São Miguel since the 1840s, and it has enjoyed widespread popularity throughout Europe ever since. This particular varietal of pineapple has a bright orange skin, yellow flesh, and a small crown. The pulp is yellow and almost translucent, and it has a distinct, bittersweet flavor and a pleasant, exotic aroma. Apart from being used in a wide range of sweet and savory dishes, the Azorean pineapple is also featured in the ever-popular Piña colada cocktail.Expand

Mangosteen, also known as purple mangosteen, is a tropical plant grown for its sweet fruit. Its origin is believed be on the Sunda Islands, now divided between Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, and East Timor. Mangosteen is characterized by its dark purple, firm shell which covers and protects the edible white fruit. The texture of the fruit is soft, juicy, and delicate, while the flavor is sweet with slight hints of tartness. The fruit is usually enjoyed plain, but it can also be incorporated in various baked desserts, mixed salads, custards, smoothies, teas, or ice creams. Mangosteen is found throughout Southeast Asia, and it is available in many markets around the world. It's especially popular in Vietnam.Expand

Lúcuma is a fruit native to the Andean region of South America, most notably valleys of Peru, Chile, Bolivia and Ecuador. It is characterized by a high nutritional value, as it is full of calcium, protein, iron, zinc, and beta-carotene. Its flavor is best described as slightly sweet and similar to maple, making it an ideal ingredient for baked desserts and ice cream. Originally, lúcuma was called gold of the Incas and was viewed as a symbol of fertility. Today, it can be found in most regional markets from January to April.Expand

Rambutan is a medium-sized evergreen tree originating from the rainforests of western Malaysia and Singapore. The trees produce fruits that are round with leathery skin that’s covered in soft hairlike spines. The colors range from dark red to yellow. The pulp is subacid to sweet and it contains a single seed. The seeds contain up to 40% fat, which is extracted and used for making soap. In the Philippines, people sometimes roast the seeds and eat them as a snack. The fruits are usually eaten out of hand and they are sold fresh or canned. People use rambutan in jams, jellies, preserves, fruit salads, and savory dishes (in Southeast Asia). There are many cultivars of rambutan, such as red, yellow, orange, clingstone, and freestone. Although rambutan is mostly cultivated in Southeast Asia, the fruit is also gaining popularity in Central America.Expand

Lychee is a tropical fruit that's native to the Chinese provinces of Fujian and Guangdong. The fruit is oval to round, red in color, and has a brittle and inedible outer covering that encloses a translucent white flesh on the inside and one large seed. The flavor of the pulp is musky and aromatic when fresh, and when dried, it's acidic and sweet. Lychees are most commonly enjoyed fresh, but they can also be dried, canned, used in ice creams, or processed into wine, juice, and jelly. The fruit is a good source of minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. Nowadays, lychees are grown in southern China and tropical Southeast Asia, India, Florida, Hawaii, and South Africa. Expand

Plantação de Ananás dos Açores refers to the traditional cultivation of pineapples on the Portuguese island of São Miguel in the Azores. Unlike tropical pineapples, Azorean pineapples are grown in greenhouses to protect them from the Atlantic climate, using natural farming techniques. This unique production method results in a smaller, sweeter, and more aromatic pineapple compared to other varieties. The cultivation process takes around two years, from planting to harvest, ensuring the fruit's exceptional flavor and quality. Recognized as a regional delicacy, Ananás dos Açores is often used in gourmet cuisine and is protected by a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) certification.Expand

Ananás Santo António is a premium brand under the management of Casa Agrícola Bernardo Cabral, Lda., a company dedicated to the production and distribution of organic products exclusively from the Azores. Founded in 1911 by the Machado family, the company underwent a pivotal change in ownership during the 1940s when Manuel Bernardo Cabral acquired it, ensuring its place as a family-run business ever since. Located on São Miguel Island, Ananás Santo António specializes in cultivating pineapples using traditional greenhouse methods, a hallmark of the Azorean agricultural heritage. This meticulous approach not only preserves the natural ecosystem but also produces pineapples of exceptional quality and flavor. The brand has become synonymous with authentic Azorean excellence, providing a wide range of products derived from its organically grown pineapples, including jams, liqueurs, and desserts.Expand