Kepel Fruit Stelechocarpus burahol
 
Kepel Fruit (Stelechocarpus burahol), also known as the kepel apple or burahol, is a rare tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia. The fruit grows on a slow-growing tree that thrives in humid, lowland forests. Keppel is revered not just for its sweet, aromatic flavor—often described as a mix of mango, banana, and jackfruit—but also for its historical significance and medicinal uses.
In Javanese royal culture, keppel was considered a symbol of elegance and was traditionally eaten by noblewomen, as it was believed to act as a natural deodorant and promote pleasant body fragrance. Beyond its perfumed qualities, the fruit and its seeds are also known for potential health benefits, including diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Due to its slow growth and specific habitat requirements, the keppel fruit remains relatively rare and is mostly found in botanical gardens or cultivated by enthusiasts in Southeast Asia.
 
Plant comes in a 14cm deep pot similar to the picture.