Things Must Know About Durian.
1. Are Bats or Squirrels a Durian Pollinator?
It has long been believed that bats will destroy durian flowers, but there is no relevant evidence. However, studies have shown that bats are the main pollinators of some important cash crops and have played a positive role in the successful pollination of durians. Besides, squirrels will steal durians and eat them. After finishing eating, the discarded durian seeds may be spread as a result.
2. There are More Than 200 Durian Varieties in Malaysia?
According to the research, there are 215 durian varieties registered by the Ministry of Agriculture. And the familiar Musang King, D24, D101, bamboo feet, black spines, red prawn, etc. are just a few of them.
3. The Name of Durian is Taken from Malay?
According to the information, durian is derived from the Malay transliteration of "Durian". "Duri" in Malay means "Thorn", and "Durian" means something with a thorn.
4. How Long Does It Take to Plant a Durian Tree?
It takes at least 8 years from planting to flowering and fruiting of durian trees. If you want to grow a better-tasting durian, it will take at least 20 years. The better the flavor and the richer the durian that grows from an old tree.
5. The Origin of the Name of Musang King
Malaysia’s specialty "Mao Shan Wang" has two versions of its name. One is that it is derived from the Kelantan dialect Gua Musang, and is named "Mao Sheng" Wang; the other is related to the Malaysian civet cat, The Malay word "Musang" is related.
6. Naturally Ripened Durians in Malaysia
The Malaysian government stipulates that durian must be naturally ripened and fall naturally. In order to prevent the durian from breaking when it falls, farmers will use nets under the tree to catch the fallen durian. The real fruit should not be ripened or knocked down artificially. The durian that slowly accumulates flavour from the tree has a great taste!
7. Have You Tried Durian Sukang?
There are many types of durians, a durian named "Durian Sukang", a variety located in Sabah, especially it has red flesh! Its taste is sweet and slightly astringent, with a little wine aroma, strong smell, and a slight floral fragrance!
8. How Many Fruits Can an Old Tree Bear?
The age of the durian tree determines the number of results. Taking D24 as the standard, if carefully cultivated, strong old trees around 20 years old can bear about 400 durian fruits or even more.
9. Can Girls Improve Menstrual Cramps by Eating Durian?
Durian is a kind of hot fruit. Girls eating durian can not only improve menstrual cramps but also regulate menstruation. It can especially help improve girls who often get cold in the abdomen and cold hands and feet during menstruation.