Tropical almond tree

Terminalia catappa

nuts & seeds

A small kernel hidden in a fibrous fruit, tasting of sweet almond, eaten raw or roasted.

Origin

Tropical Asia and the Indian Ocean

Where to find it

Planted along beaches and streets throughout the tropics, from Zanzibar to Tahiti; children gather the fallen fruits and crack the stone with a rock.

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The very hard stone is cracked with a hammer to free the kernel; the thin pulp of the ripe red or yellow fruit is also eaten raw.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Magnesium · Insoluble fibers · Protein

Did you know?

Its large red dead leaves are used to condition aquarium water.