What is the purple fruit in the Caribbean?


What is the purple fruit in the Caribbean? Also known as the caimito or cainito, the star apple (Chrysophyllum cainito) is a deep purple fruit named for the star-shaped pattern formed by its seeds. The fruits are very sweet, with a pulpy, jelly-like texture and a taste some compare to applesauce with hints of tropical fruits and grape.


What is the purple fruit in Barbados?

The almost rounded fruit of the passion fruit vine has a tough rind that has a smooth and waxy coating that ranges in colour from dark purple with faint, fine white specks, to pale yellow. Within this fruit. The unique flavor is appealing, musky, guava-like and sweet/tart to tart.