Marang (Artocarpus odoratissimus)

Family: Moraceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Artocarpus odoratissimus, otherwise known as marang, terap, timadang, johey, oak, green pedalai, tarap, or madang, is a large, tropical, evergreen tree. It is native to the Philippines, particularly in Palawan and Mindanao, and Borneo. It can grow up to 25 m high and its trunk can reach up to 50 cm in diameter. It is known for its sweet, fleshy, and juicy fruits that are said to be superior to the jackfruit and cempedak.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

aromatic, sweet and juicy - similar to the jackfruit (A. — Edible portion: Fruit, Seeds, Nuts.; The ripe fruits are fleshy, aromatic, sweet and juicy - similar to the jackfruit (A.; heterophyllus) but of much better quality.; Usually eaten as a dessert fruit, they are considered to be the finest fruit in Brunei.

Habitat & North American Range

Secondary forests up to 1,000 metres altitude on sandy clay soils in Thailand. Evergreen forests. (Zone 10)