. Scientific Classification:

• Scientific Name: Averrhoa carambola
• Common Names: Starfruit, Carambola, Five-finger, Belimbing (in Southeast Asia), Bilimbi (closely related species).
• Family: Oxalidaceae
• Genus: Averrhoa

2. Plant Description:

• Size: The starfruit tree is a small to medium-sized tree that typically grows 3 to 9 meters (10–30 feet) tall. In container gardens, the tree can remain smaller, making it suitable for urban and home gardening.
• Leaves: The plant has compound leaves that are alternately arranged on the branches. The leaves are dark green and shiny, with a slightly oval shape and a smooth texture.
• Flowers: Starfruit trees produce small, star-shaped flowers that are typically pink to purplish in color. The flowers appear in clusters, and each flower has five petals. They bloom in inflorescences, often on the older wood of the tree.
  • Flowering Time: The tree can bloom several times