NEW NARRATIVES OF HAINAN, THE "FRUIT ISLAND": FROM FIELDS TO TABLES TO THE "INTERNATIONAL RECEPTION HALL"

HAIKOU, China, April 3 (Bernama) -- Stepping into the Window of World Tropical Fruits located on the tropical island of Hainan, China, visitors are greeted by a dazzling array of exotic fruits from around the globe -- finger limes, swallowtail fruits, and mamey sapote, among others -- drawing numerous visitors who pause to capture the moment with their cameras. Hidden among the fruit trees, the eye-catching ripening fruits emanate delightful aromas, particularly the milk fruit, which is set to hit the market this April.

Originating from the Americas, the star apple has been introduced by Hainan Grand Modern Agriculture Development Co., Ltd. It is cultivated and experimentally grown at the Window of World Tropical Fruits, gradually making its way into the orchards of local farmers in Hainan. Currently, the cultivation area for star apples has expanded to 1,000 mu (approximately 66.67 hectares), with an expected yield of 50 tons. This not only enriches the options available to residents but is also poised to become a "new favorite" in the fruit platters welcoming visitors from near and far to Hainan.