Original video: https://youtu.be/6vBn4nPcOlo
Recorded on: 8 November 2024
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Artocarpus altilis, commonly known as the breadfruit tree, is a species of flowering plant in the mulberry family, Moraceae. Native to Southeast Asia and Polynesia, this tree is widely cultivated in tropical regions for its large, starchy fruits.
Botanical Characteristics
Tree Habit: Artocarpus altilis is a large, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 26 meters.
Leaves: The leaves are large, leathery, and often lobed, with a glossy green upper surface and a paler underside.
Flowers: The tree produces separate male and female flowers on the same plant. The flowers are small and inconspicuous, clustered in dense inflorescences.
Fruit: The fruit is a large, round or oval-shaped drupe, often weighing several kilograms. The immature fruit is green, while the ripe fruit turns yellow or brown. The flesh is starchy and can be cooked and eaten like bread.
Cultural Significance and Uses
Food Source: The starchy fruit is a staple food in many tropical regions. It can be baked, boiled, fried, or roasted.
Timber: The wood of the breadfruit tree is strong and durable, making it suitable for construction and furniture making.
Medicinal Uses: Different parts of the tree, including the leaves, bark, and fruit, have been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
The breadfruit tree is a valuable resource for many communities, providing food, shelter, and medicine. Its adaptability and resilience have made it a significant crop in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.
Location:
Bukit Ekspo, Putra Agriculture Centre 43400 Seri Kembangan, Selangor Malaysia
XPP6+P6 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
2.9870893936269503, 101.7106274870672
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