The Wonder of Nangka

Abe V Rotor

Nangka or langka (Artocarpus integra), Agoo, La Union

1. Biggest fruit in the world
2 .The only tree that bears underground fruits.
3. Weight of fruits surpasses that of the tree.
4. Aroma detected in small amount and at far distance.
5. Highly adapted in the tropics, requires very little care.
6. Its wood is best for violin, guitar and other wooden musical instruments.
7. Latex makes strong special glue.
8. Its family (Moraceae) is large and diverse, includes the figs, durian and breadfruit)
9. Food preparations from fruit are many, from sweets to vegetable.
10. Fruit is highly regarded aphrodisiac.

Living with Nature 3, AVR