snake fruit

Questions

What does snake fruit mean?

A tropical fruit produced by the palm species Salacca zalacca, native to Indonesia, characterized by its reddish-brown, scale-like rind.

Where does snake fruit come from?

So named for its reddish-brown, scaly exterior, which resembles the skin of a snake.

How to pronounce snake fruit

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