Starfruit - Fwang Tung

Fwang Tung Starfruit (Fwang Tang) is a sweet, crunchy, and prolific carambola variety that’s ideal for home growers.

Botanical name: Averrhoa carambola

Other names: Carambola, Starfruit, Belimbing Manis (Indonesia), Ma-fuang (Thai)

This variety is known for its larger size, deep golden-yellow colour, and low acidity. It’s a sweet one—far less tangy than wild types. Crunchy like apple, watery like cucumber, and shaped like a star when sliced. Kids love it, especially straight off the tree in summer.

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Features:

Ideal prune height: 2–3.5m

pH range: 5.5–6.5

Sun: Full sun

Minimum pot size by year 5: 50L

Time to fruit: 1–2 years from grafted tree

Harvest period: Late summer to autumn, sometimes twice yearly in warm climates

Notable traits: Self-pollinating, good for subtropics and tropics, responds well to pruning

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Growing Notes:

Likes humidity but handles dry summers with mulch and water. In Perth, protect young trees from frost and drying winds. Feed lightly and regularly. Prune to shape after harvest. Grows well in the ground or large pots.

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Why Grow It?

It’s easy, fruits heavily, and looks stunning in the garden. Use in drinks, desserts, salads—or just eat fresh. Great for kids, markets, or just bragging rights.

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