Salacca zalacca
Because of its scaly skin, the Salak is also known as Snake Fruit and Snakeskin Fruit. It is the fruit of the Salak Palm (Salacca zalacca).
![Salak flesh](https://plantsam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Salak-flesh.webp)
Family: Arecaceae
Origin: The Salak Palm (Salacca zalacca) is native to Indonesia. It is cultivated in the tropics.
Edible: The flesh is edible and tastes sweet to slightly sour, depending on the degree of ripeness. The seeds are not edible.
Storage: Snake Fruits can be stored in the fridge for a few days.
![Snake Fruits with seeds](https://plantsam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Snake-Fruits-with-seeds.webp)
Categories: Berries | Fruit & Vegetables | Nuts & Seeds | Palms |