Carambola Starfruit Tree – Live Plant, 2–3 Feet Tall, Ships in 3 Gallon Pot

Grow your own tropical starfruit with the beautiful Carambola Tree (Averrhoa carambola)! Also known as Starfruit, this tropical fruit tree is loved for its refreshing, sweet citrus-like flavor and distinctive star-shaped slices.

Native to Southeast Asia, Carambola is a small, symmetrical tree known for its prolific fruit production under suitable growing conditions. Its delicious fruit is wonderfully versatile and can be enjoyed fresh, added to salads, used as a garnish, or blended into refreshing drinks.

Plant Highlights

• Common Name: Carambola, Starfruit

• Botanical Name: Averrhoa carambola

• Family: Oxalidaceae

• Origin: Southeast Asia

• Plant Type: Tropical fruit tree

• Fruit: Distinctive star-shaped slices when cut crosswise

• Flavor: Sweet, refreshing, citrus-like

• Average Mature Size: Approximately 12 feet tall × 12 feet wide

• Reported Fruit Season: August–March

• Quantity: 1 live plant

• Shipping Height: Approximately 2–3 feet tall

• Container Size: 3-gallon nursery pot

Available Carambola Varieties

Known varieties include:

• Arkin

• Fwang Tung

• Kari

• Sri Kembangan

Please Note: The specific variety shipped should match the option selected in the listing. If you offer multiple varieties, clearly identify each available selection.

Enjoy Your Homegrown Starfruit

Carambola fruit is a delicious addition to many meals and drinks:

• Fresh Eating: Enjoy the refreshing sweet-tart flavor.

• Salads: Add beautiful star-shaped slices.

• Garnishes: Decorate desserts, beverages, and dishes.

• Drinks: Use the fruit in juices and refreshing beverages.

Climate Information

The supplied growing information reports potential cold damage around 26–28°F. Protect the tree from freezing temperatures. In colder climates, consider growing it in a large container that can be moved to a protected location during cold weather.

Shipping & Plant Care Upon Arrival

Your live Carambola tree will be carefully prepared for shipment in its 3-gallon nursery pot. Some leaf movement, yellowing, or temporary stress may occur during transit. Unpack promptly and allow the plant time to acclimate before making major changes to its growing conditions.

Please Note: This listing is for one live plant, not harvested fruit. Fruit production and timing depend on plant maturity, variety, climate, and growing conditions. The reported fruit season may vary by location. Natural variations in plant size and appearance are normal.