Chanee Durian (Durio Zibethinus)

Chanee Durian Tree – Grow the legendary “King of Fruits” in your garden! 🍯 Creamy, golden flesh with a perfect sweet-bitter balance.

🌿 Chanee Durian (Durio zibethinus ‘Chanee’) – The Royal Golden Pillow of Fruits 🌿

Taste the Legend – Where Divine Flavor Meets Potent Medicine!

Chanee Durian (Durio zibethinus ‘Chanee’), revered as “The King’s Golden Cushion”, is a premium Thai cultivar celebrated for its unforgettable taste, creamy texture, and remarkable medicinal properties! 👑🍯 This majestic tropical giant features a distinctive golden-yellow flesh, smaller seeds, and a manageable thorn-covered rind – making it the ultimate choice for gourmet gardeners, fruit enthusiasts, and holistic wellness seekers.

🌱 Why Chanee Durian is the Crown Jewel:

✔ Beginner-Friendly King – Known for its earlier fruiting (4-5 years) and slightly milder aroma,
perfect for new durian lovers! 🎯
✔ Culinary Masterpiece – Flesh boasts a perfect sweet-bitter balance with hints of caramel and almond 🍯🍰
✔ Nutritional Powerhouse – Rich in tryptophan (natural mood-enhancer), vitamin C, and heart-healthy fats ❤️⚡
✔ Living Asset – A long-lived tree that becomes more valuable with age, providing shade and beauty

💊 Traditional Healing Wisdom:

• Flesh as a Tonic – Considered a warming food that restores energy and vitality
• Root Decoctions – Used in traditional remedies for fever and jaundice
• Leaf Infusions – Sometimes used in skin health baths

🌴 Growth & Bounty:

→ Mature Height: 15-25 meters
→ Fruit Characteristics: Medium-sized, oval fruit with a thick, golden stem.
Flesh is thick, creamy, and less fibrous than many other varieties.
→ Unique Trait: Known for its good resistance to fruit drop before ripening.

✅ Must-Have For:

• Tropical fruit orchards & homesteads
• Exotic culinary gardens
• Agroforestry and shade-coffee plantations
• The discerning collector seeking one of Thailand’s most beloved cultivars

⚠️ Pro Tip: Thrives in deep, well-drained soil and needs consistent moisture, especially during flowering and fruiting.