Black Thorn

Variety of Durian · Durio zibethinus

Penang's rising star: deep orange, ultra-creamy flesh, sweet with a fine bitter edge.

Also known as: Ochee, Hei Ci, D200

🇲🇾 Malaysia

Taste & characteristics

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Fruit harvest

Given in thirds of a month (early / mid / late) for the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate; altitude and season shift them.

Deep orange, very creamy to almost molten flesh with rich sweetness and a slight bitter note; very small seeds.

A rival to Musang King; has won durian contests repeatedly and commands high prices.

Identified by a small black thorn remnant at the base. Especially rich in aroma.

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