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In some rural areas, you may see a very peculiar fruit that resembles a peanut in appearance, so it is figuratively called "peanut on the tree".
The fruit's real name is "Pingpo Fruit", also known as "Phoenix Eye", and some people avoid it when they hear its name, because it has long been widely believed to be poisonous and they dare not try it easily.
The main reason is that the fruit grows very scary, what people did not expect is that the price of this wild fruit can be sold for 20 yuan and 1 catty in some places, so what kind of fruit is it? and what are the characteristics and effects?
What is Apple Po Fruit?
Native to many Asian countries such as China and Vietnam, Ping Po is now widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions.
It is characterized by an evergreen shrub with long oval leaves, which tend to bloom in early summer, and although it does not have a corolla, the flowers are very beautiful in color, mostly light pink.
Every year in July and August, the treetops of the tree are covered with fruits, which are similar in appearance to peanuts, but they are not the same plant.
It has a very hard, dark red shell and is surrounded by juicy flesh, and although it looks black, the fruit is pale yellow and rich in nutrients such as vitamin C and fiber.
Most surprisingly, apple fruit is rich in a fatty acid called linoleic acid, which helps regulate cholesterol levels and is good for cardiovascular health.
Why is apple fruit considered poisonous?
Although it is a safe ingredient for humans, it is dangerous for some animals, such as cats and dogs, so be sure not to feed them raw.
Many people think that the taste of apple fruit is bitter, but in fact, its taste is sweet, although there is no toxin for us, but the delicacy should not be eaten too much, too much intake may cause discomfort to the human body, the reason is that the kernel of apple fruit contains a substance called lactone fatty acids.
Therefore, some people are afraid to eat apple fruit and worry that they will be poisoned, in fact, as long as it is eaten in moderation, it not only does not cause harm to the human body, but also has many benefits.
In recent years, scientists have also conducted in-depth research on apple fruit to confirm its safety and nutritional value.
In addition to the aforementioned fact that moderate consumption of apple fruit can lower cholesterol levels, it is also rich in natural antioxidants that help fight free radical damage, thereby delaying aging.
The shell of the apple fruit is very hard, and if you don't pay attention to it, you may hurt your body, so how do we peel it?
How to peel the apple
At first glance, the skin of the apple fruit resembles that of a chestnut, and this hard shell serves as its protective coat to protect them from being eaten by wild beasts, but this is not difficult for intelligent humans.
Because the skin of the apple is stacked layer by layer, some people call it "nine layers of skin", and although the reality is not so exaggerated, it does take time and effort to peel it off.
Normally, we need to fry the apple fruit in a pan of oil, and when it is heated, its shell will burst, and then it becomes easy to peel it.
Another way is to use a knife to cut a crack in the shell of the apple fruit, put it in a pot and boil it, and then it can be easily peeled.
It is precisely because the way to eat the apple fruit is so cumbersome, so many people are reluctant to touch, many people have never even heard of it, even so, it is in some areas, the market price can be sold for 1 catty 20 yuan, why is this?
The commercial value of the apple
The apple fruit is a seasonal fruit that generally ripens from June to September each year, but its yield fluctuates due to climate, soil, pests and diseases, etc., and its price rises when the supply of the apple fruit is less than the demand.
Although it was previously considered poisonous and uneaten, as people learned about it, more and more people discovered its delicious and nutritious taste, and the demand for it increased.
Especially in some cities and other places, the apple fruit is regarded as a rare and precious fruit with great market potential, which also attracts some farmers to invest in the cultivation of apple fruit in the hope of earning considerable profits.
However, there are many flaws in the apple fruit itself, and there is not much market, so only a small number of people are growing.
Overall, apple fruit is non-toxic to humans, but we can't eat too much, and as scientific research advances, we may discover more underrated food treasures that are waiting to be explored and savored.
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