Plants grow from seeds, which contain the genetic blueprint for a new organism. Seeds require the right conditions—water, soil, and sunlight—to germinate. As they develop, plants produce oxygen, food, and habitats, sustaining life on Earth.
Famous as Gaduguda (Baccaurea motleyana) among Sri Lankans young and old, with more common names such as Rambai or Lanzone, this species of fruit grows in the wild in Sri Lanka and many parts of Southeast Asia. Loved for its juicy sweet and sour pulp, Gaduguda is enjoyed in its raw form most of the time, pickled to be served as a side dish and even made into drinks.
These Gaduguda trees thrive abundantly in countries such as Sri Lanka and Malaysia while these refreshing sweet yet tangy berry type fruits have a nutritional advantage too. They are a good source of minerals, vitamins, folate and dietary fibre. Gaduguda fruits may have the potential boost your immunity due to its high vitamin C content and aid in digestive health. Its polyphenols and flavonoids can help in combating oxidative stress and protect your body from harmful free radicals.
