Breadfruit tree

Breadfruit tree

　　  The breadfruit tree, also known as the rambutan tree, betel nut tree, or breadnut tree. Originally native to the Malay Peninsula and Polynesia, it has since spread to tropical regions such as Polynesia, southern India, and the Caribbean due to human cultivation. Its fruit is edible and has a flavor reminiscent of bread, hence the name.

　　  The breadfruit tree is native to some island nations in the South Pacific, such as Fiji, Polynesia, and Tahiti. It is also cultivated in countries like Brazil, India, Sri Lanka, and other tropical regions of Africa. In China, it is grown in areas such as Guangdong and Taiwan.