Rosehip

The rosehip is the fruit of the rose bush (usually the dog rose). 

It is a red, oval berry that remains after flowering. 

Key characteristics: Very rich in vitamin C (much more than an orange). 

Also contains vitamins A and E, antioxidants, flavonoids, and minerals. 

Used in tea, syrup, jam, powder, and dietary supplements. 

Common applications: Strengthening the immune system (colds, flu). 

Anti-inflammatory (for osteoarthritis and joint complaints). 

Skin care (due to antioxidants). 

Traditionally used as a natural source of vitamin C. 

Taste: Sweet and sour, slightly tart. 

The seeds/hairs inside must be removed because they are irritating. 

In short: a small fruit with a large dose of natural vitamins and antioxidants. 

Popular winter tea and health supplement in the Netherlands and Scandinavia.

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Salak (Snake Fruit)

Salak, also known as snake fruit, is a tropical palm fruit found primarily in Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia. 

The fruit is about the size of a large fig, has a skin resembling snake skin, and a crisp, moist texture with a sweet-sour, juicy flavor. 

Nutritional Values ​​and Benefits: Rich in potassium, thiamine, iron, calcium, and vitamin C; aids in digestion, bone health, and may aid weight management. 

It also has anti-diarrheal properties, but avoid eating too much to avoid stomach upset. 

Eat it fresh as a snack—a delicious, refreshing treat!

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Santol

Santol (Sandoricum koetjape) is a tropical fruit found in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, Thailand, and Malaysia. 

The fruit is round with yellow to reddish skin and juicy, white flesh that tastes sweet and sour. 

It contains large, inedible seeds. 

Santol is eaten fresh, processed into jams, chutneys, or syrups, or used in dishes such as curries. 

It is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber, which contribute to digestive health and immunity. 

The tree grows in warm climates and is also valued for its wood.

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Sapodilla

The fruits are round or oval, depending on the variety, and 4-10 cm in diameter. 

The skin of the fruit is thin, firm, rough and dull brown. 

The flesh is ripe, glassy yellow-brown and has a grainy texture due to small stone cells (comparable to a ripe pear). 

The fruit contains up to twelve seeds, but can also be seedless. This fruit contains vitamins A and D.

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Satsuma

Satsuma is the name for a group of closely related mandarin varieties that originated in Japan, possibly as early as 1429. 

The fruits were named satsuma in 1876 by the wife of an embassy official of the American embassy in Japan, after the province of Satsuma in Kyushu.

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Screw Palm - Pandanus amaryllifolius

Pandanus is a genus of monocotyledonous plants. 

The genus contains about seven hundred species in the tropics of the Old World.

The growth form is very typical with many roots around the base. 

The leaves are processed into baskets, mats, and the like in Oceania. 

The fruits of some species are eaten.

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Sharon fruit

Sharon fruit is a refined persimmon variety that does not contain tannin (tannic acid) and seeds. 

This makes the fruit sweeter and juicier than traditional persimmon and therefore more pleasant to eat.

Characteristics: 

Smooth, orange-red peel Sweet, soft flesh Tastes a bit like apricot Rich in vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, potassium and fiber.

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Orange

The orange is the fruit of the orange tree, which belongs to the Citrus genus. 

The species is also called sweet orange, to distinguish it from the sour orange or bitter orange.

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Slime apple

The slime apple is a plant from the rue family. 

It is a deciduous, thorny, up to 15 m high tree with a short trunk, flaking bark and spreading branches that sometimes bear thorns. 

The species is the only one in its genus and, like the citrus fruits, belongs to the rue family.

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Soncoya

The soncoya is a plant of the Annonaceae family. 

It is a tree up to 10 m high with spreading branches, which loses its leaves in dry periods. 

The alternately arranged, up to 30 × 14 cm large leaves are lanceolate and pointed. 

The leaves are hairy reddish brown on both sides.

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