WEST COAST UPDATE 05-15-2025

MANGOSTEEN

  The mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana), often hailed as the “queen of fruits,” is a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia, particularly the Malay Peninsula and Borneo. Its cultivation is primarily concentrated in Southeast Asia, but it has also been introduced to other tropical regions, including parts of India, Puerto Rico, and Florida. The fruit itself is about the size of a tangerine, featuring a thick, smooth, burgundy-colored rind that encases a soft, white, segmented flesh. This edible portion is renowned for its juicy, delicate texture and a flavor that balances sweetness with a slight tartness. Mangosteen is commonly consumed fresh, but it can also be found canned or dried. One of the most notable components of mangosteen is its rich content of xanthones, particularly alpha-mangostin, which exhibit strong antioxidant properties. These compounds help neutralize free radicals, potentially reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. Such antioxidant activity may contribute to overall health and disease prevention. n traditional medicine, various parts of the mangosteen plant have been used to address ailments such as diarrhea, dysentery, and skin infections. For instance, the rind has been employed in decoctions to alleviate gastrointestinal issues. Mangosteen is grown in the USA, packed in  fifteen pound cases and is now in the market.

Whats Not

FRESH FIGS
KUMQUATS
RED CHERRY TOMATOES
JAPANESE EGGPLANT
LARGE TARRO ROOT