Junglesop (Anonidium mannii )

Junglesop, also known as santol or cottonfruit, is a tropical fruit tree that is native to Southeast Asia. Its scientific name is Sandoricum koetjape, and it belongs to the Meliaceae family.

The junglesop tree can grow up to 20 meters tall and produces large, round fruit that can reach up to 15 centimeters in diameter. The fruit has a tough, fibrous outer skin that is usually yellow or brown in color, and the edible portion inside is white and juicy, with a sweet and sour flavor. The flesh may contain one to three seeds, which are also edible and have a slightly bitter taste.

Junglesop fruits are commonly eaten fresh or used in various culinary preparations, such as jams, jellies, and sauces. The fruit is also a popular ingredient in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

The junglesop tree is also valued for its timber, which is used for construction, furniture making, and decorative carvings. Additionally, the tree has medicinal properties, and its bark, leaves, and fruit have been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including diarrhea, fever, and inflammation.

Junglesop trees prefer a warm and humid climate and thrive in well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. They are relatively easy to cultivate, and with proper care, can produce fruit year-round.