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Durian

Durio graveolens Becc.
Durian
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Durio graveolens, a species of durian tree in the Malvaceae family, is native to Southeast Asia. It is one of six durian species described by Odoardo Beccari and is known for its mild scent compared to other durian species. The specific epithet 'graveolens' refers to its odor. It is found in Borneo, Malaya, Sumatera, and Thailand.

Description

Durio graveolens is a tree species in the Malvaceae family, commonly known as durian. It is native to Southeast Asia and is one of six durian species named by Odoardo Beccari. The species is distinguished by its mild scent, in contrast to the strong odors of most other Durio species. The name 'graveolens' is derived from its odor. It is distributed across Borneo, Malaya, Sumatera, and Thailand. The tree is known by several common names, including red-fleshed durian, orange-fleshed durian, and yellow durian.

Other common names

DurianOrange-fleshed durianRed-fleshed durianYellow durian

Distribution

Global · Borneo · Malaya · Sumatera · Thailand

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