Latin Name:
Garcinia xanthochymus or Randia fitzalanii
Physical Description:
This small tree (up to 20 feet) has large glossy leaves with beautiful white, star-shaped, gardenia-scented flowers clusters. The round yellow fruit is very tart with several segments.
Usage:
Yellow Mangosteens are eaten fresh, although the tree is generally cultivated for the pretty white flowers.
Factoids:
Yellow Mangosteens are not relatives of the Mangosteen family, rather they are members of the Gardenia family. They are from South East Asia, where they are called Kandis.
