What durian varieties are there? Introduction to the origins and characteristics of each variety
Durian is one of the famous tropical fruits, enjoying the reputation of "king of fruits," and is native to Malaysia. Most of the durian in our country comes from Thailand, and its varieties are quite different from those of Malaysia. Malaysian durian basically ripens completely naturally and then automatically drops its stem and falls to the ground. In addition, durian varieties are also grown in Hainan, Guangdong and other places in our country. The differences in origin and characteristics between different durian varieties are actually quite obvious. Below, the editor of Nongxun Network will introduce several common durian varieties to help everyone better understand durian as a fruit.
Introduction to the origins of durian
The place of origin of durian is Brunei and Malaysia and other places. At present, durian is already spread throughout various regions of Southeast Asia. Among the more famous places of origin are Thailand, India and Indonesia and other places. Some other growing areas also include Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and other countries. There are also some durian-growing areas distributed in the Americas, such as Hawaii and Florida. The main cultivation areas in our country are Guangdong and Hainan and other regions.
Introduction to durian varieties and their characteristics
1. Monthong
Brief introduction: Native to Thailand. More than 80% of the durian varieties on the market in our country are basically this variety. Because its smell is not too strong, it is very suitable for beginners to "get started" eating this fruit that is both stinky and fragrant.
Characteristics: The flesh is abundant and sweet, and the flesh is golden yellow, with one segment relatively large. It can generally be eaten all year round.
2. Musang King
Brief introduction: Musang King belongs to a Malaysian variety. In terms of mouthfeel, the flesh has a creamy texture, sweet in taste but with a strong aftertaste. Generally not everyone can handle it, but in the eyes of Malaysians, Musang King is almost perfect.
Characteristics: The flesh is yellow, a brilliant golden and bright yellow color, and the taste has a faint wine aroma and a hint of nuttiness.
3. D198 Golden Phoenix
Brief introduction: Golden Phoenix can be said to be the NO.1 durian variety in Malaysia. Its taste is sweet with a slight astringency, and the aftertaste has a faint floral fragrance.
Characteristics: One of the smallest durians, even only the size of a mango, and the fruit is yellowish-white.
4. Thongmani
Brief introduction: Thongmani, also known as Linglong durian, belongs to a Thai variety and is the variety closest to Musang King. Because production is limited and only a small amount is exported each year, it is relatively rare on the market
Characteristics: Small in size, round, thick-skinned, with large seeds, and can be eaten without cracking open.
The above is an introduction to durian varieties, origins and characteristics. I believe friends who are tired of eating Thai Monthong durian now have more choices.
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