Latin Name: Averrhoa bilimbi
Other Names: Cucumber tree, belimbing, tree sorrel
Type: Tree
Native to: Indonesia
Fruit: The fruits are 1.5-4" long and white to yellow-green when ripe. It is related to the carambola (star fruit).
Size: This tree grows 15-30' tall.
Hardiness: The bilimbi is hardy to the freezing point, 32F.
Propagation: Seeds
Uses: Bilimbi is used to flavor fish and meat. It can also be found in drinks and jams. It is too acidic to eat fresh.
Other Names: Cucumber tree, belimbing, tree sorrel
Type: Tree
Native to: Indonesia
Fruit: The fruits are 1.5-4" long and white to yellow-green when ripe. It is related to the carambola (star fruit).
Size: This tree grows 15-30' tall.
Hardiness: The bilimbi is hardy to the freezing point, 32F.
Propagation: Seeds
Uses: Bilimbi is used to flavor fish and meat. It can also be found in drinks and jams. It is too acidic to eat fresh.
