You Know You're From Bacolod, Philippines If...You Have Also Tried Eating "Mabolo"!

Hmm, kun kauyon kamo sang prutas nga ini,

ano ni bi??

(If you like this kind of fruit, what do you think this is??)

 (heheh)

Ako ya, paborito ko guid ni!

(As for me, this is really my favorite!) ☺

"Mabolo"

Scientific Name: Diospyros blancoi

Origin: Philippines

Mabolo, also known as "Velvet Apple" is native to the Philippines with its tree known as Kamagong.

Nutrient Value per 100g:

The fruit is considered a fairly good source of iron and calcium and a good source of vitamin B.

Medicinal uses:

Decoction of bark and leaves are used for skin problems.

You can either drink or pour the tea on your bath water.

Decoction of bark is used as remedy for cough.

Culinary uses:

It is eaten fresh, as a dessert and for making drinks.