Salak (Salacca zalacca) is a species of palm tree (family Arecaceae) native to Java and Sumatra in Indonesia. It is a very short-stemmed palm, with leaves up to 6 metres (20 ft) long.
The fruits grow in clusters at the base of the palm, and are also known as snake fruit due to the reddish-brown scaly skin. They are about the size and shape of a ripe fig, with a distinct tip. The pulp is edible. The fruit can be peeled by pinching the tip, which should cause the skin to slough off so it can be pulled away.
The taste is usually sweet and acidic
The salak fruit is used to maintain Cardiovascular Health: Salak is rich in potassium content that makes heart healthy. High amount of antioxidants and minerals keep the cardiovascular system function properly and helps in water regulation in the body. Memory Booster: Salak is called as a ‘memory fruit’
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