Breadfruit Institute
Midolab
Artocarpus altilis x A. mariannensis   

Midolab whole fruit

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Geographic Origin of Accession: Palau
Locality: Babeldaob
Notes: Excellent when roasted in the fire. Seedless breadfruit varieties are known as "meduu." Fruit are prepared by peeling, slicing and boiling. Can be mixed with coconut milk. Slices can also be fried. Whole fruit are barbecued (roasted) in a fire. The wood is used for house construction and formerly canoes.

Fruit
Shape: Oblong to ellipsoid
Skin Texture: Spiky
Weight (kg): 0.8 - 3.0
Average Weight (kg): 1.6
Length (cm): 18 - 31
Width (cm): 9 - 16
Average Size (cm): 24 x 13
Core size (cm): 16 x 4
Seedless
Leaves
Length (cm): 32 - 60
Width (cm): 24 - 51
Average Size (cm): 46 x 38
Lobes: 6 - 8
Average: 8
Male Flowers
Length (cm): 27 - 53
Width (cm): 3 - 4
Average Size (cm): 44 x 3

NTBG Accession(s): 890183
Garden: Kahanu and McBryde


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