ID: 3W8-VE93
ID: 3W8-VE93
Star fruit
Averrhoa carambola
Seed
Guatemala
09:02 - 26°C
My connections
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Who am I?
Date of birth
03/06/2025
Name
Star fruit
Tree
Star fruit
Where am I located?
Country
Guatemala
Place of birth
Flores
Coordinates
16° 55′ 30.71″ N
89° 36′ 56.97″ W
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My Timeline
The important moments in your tree's life.
Seed
It all starts with a tiny seed, nice and warm in the soil.
Nursery
Your seedling is big enough to be welcomed into one of our nurseries, along with many others.
Planted
We’re here! Your tree has reached its new home: it’s been planted by a smallholder, who’ll take care of it for years to come.
Photo
Strike a pose! Now that it’s big enough, here’s a photo of your tree!
My Gallery
Curiosity about me
The important moments in your tree's life.
Let's start with introductions
Originally, the star fruit was only found on the Sunda Islands in Southeast Asia, but it was then introduced throughout all of Southeast Asia and the tropical regions of South America. The trees there grow to become five, ten or, in rare cases, up to 15 metres high. The star fruit is best known for its star-shaped fruits. These are not only delicious and rich in vitamins A and C, but are also said to have an antipyretic effect (treat fever) and promote wound healing.
Meaning
Ancient
The star fruit has been cultivated and grown on the islands of Southeast Asia since ancient times. From here, the fruit spread to other regions early on.
How much CO2 I’ll absorb
My estimated CO2 absorption capacity is based on the first 10 years of my life*
Current absorption
- 0 kg
2025
0 kg
2035
-150 kg
* The tree will continue to absorb CO2 even after the tenth year. Therefore this is a prudent estimate.
How I am useful to local communities
Medicine
Its leaves, roots, bark and/or fruits are used in traditional medicine.
Consumption and sales
Its fruits, seeds and/or leaves are used as food in the farmers' families or are sold on local markets.
My benefits
70%
Food Security
The trees will bear fruits, some that will be edible immediately and others that can become edible through processing, ensuring food resources over time.
70%
Economic development
The trees' fruits and the products derived from their transformation can be traded in local networks, offering income opportunities.
30%
CO₂ Absorption
During its life cycle, each tree will absorb CO₂. The trees you plant can offset your emissions.
30%
Environmental protection
The trees are planted in agroforestry systems that favor the virtuous interaction between the different species and their positive impact on the environment and on the land.