durian

thumb|upright=1.35|Durian fruit cut open to show the edible flesh

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The durian is a large tropical fruit with a distinctive spiky exterior that splits open to reveal edible flesh inside. It is highly valued in Southeast Asian cuisine and is considered significant enough to warrant detailed documentation and photography in reference materials.

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Commons category: Durian
Wikidata usage instructions: 植物の属名はQ2309085、代表的な栽培種はQ1135236を使用。

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Etymology
Description
Cultivars
Malaysian varieties
Indonesian varieties
Thai varieties
Philippine varieties
Cultivation and trade
Flavour and odour
History
Biochemistry
Sulphur components
Ripeness and selection
Uses
Culinary
Nutrition
Origin and history
Culture and folk medicine
Cultural influences
Folk medicine
Environmental impact
See also
References
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thumb|upright=1.35|Durian fruit cut open to show the edible flesh

The durian () is the edible fruit of several tree species belonging to the genus Durio. There are 30 recognised species, at least nine of which produce edible fruit. Durio zibethinus, native to Borneo, Sumatra, and the Malay Peninsula, is the only species available on the international market. It has over 300 named varieties in Thailand and over 200 in Malaysia as of 2021. Other species are sold in their local regions.