Undoubtedly, fruits are the healthiest things that human beings have been consuming since times immemorable. Filled with nutrients, they are an excellent addition to the daily diet. But have you ever thought about a fruit that can cause immediate death or send you into a coma if not consumed properly? Or a fruit that looks scary enough to startle someone in the first place? If not, here are six of the world’s strangest fruits to leave you thinking about them for days.
1.Jabuticaba
Popularly known as ‘Brazilian Grapes’, this fruit has an appearance like grapes and grows directly on the trunk of the tree. The sweet-tasting fruit can be eaten as it is or in the form of wine or liqueur.
2.Salak
With a brown and scaly exterior, this fruit has been named ‘Snake fruit’. Salak fruit usually grows at the base of the palm trees and is a slightly acidic and sweet-tasting fruit. The fruit is native to Indonesia and is widely consumed in the country.
3.Buddha’s Hand
With the appearance of a human hand, Buddha’s hand is a fruit with no flesh or juice inside it. However, the rind and the pith are versatile enough to be used as you are using lemon zest. Planning to add them to your next Halloween outfit checklist already?
4.Miracle Fruit
Out of all these fruits, this one is sure to blow your mind. Trust us or not, even a slice of lemon will taste like candy after eating a couple of these berries. Native to West Africa, this fruit has large amounts of miraculin which binds to the taste buds making everything taste sweet.
5.Ackee
The ‘National Fruit of Jamaica’ is delicious and deadly as well. Why? Well, believe it or not, consuming this fruit in its unripe form can lead to poisoning and eventually to death. One is likely to consume this fruit after it has opened naturally. The fruit has a delicate and nutty flavour and looks like a blooming flower.
6.Ice Cream Bean
This fruit is actually a giant legume that can grow up to three feet. The fruit is named after its taste. Yes, the flesh of the fruit looks like cotton candy and tastes exactly like ice cream.
Do try these fruits at least once in your life if you get a chance to do so. They will surely leave you gobsmacked.