Trees That Fruit on Their Bark

Jabuticaba Tree, Brazil

Nicknamed the “tree that grapes grow on,” this tree bears sweet, purple fruits directly on its trunk and branches.

Cacao Tree, Tropics

The source of chocolate, cacao pods, grows right out of the tree’s trunk—an adaptation seen in tropical rainforests.

Jackfruit Tree, South Asia

The world’s largest tree-borne fruit, jackfruits grow directly on the trunk, making it strong enough to hold their massive weight.

Durian Tree, Southeast Asia

Durian fruits—large and spiky—often grow from the lower trunk, making harvesting slightly easier and safer.

Baccaurea Tree, Malaysia

This tree produces small, colorful fruits from its trunk, often hidden beneath its lower canopy.

Chempedak Tree, Malaysia

Closely related to jackfruit, chempedak fruits sprout from the tree’s bark and are known for their strong aroma and flavor.

Papaya Tree (Trunk Base Growth)

Though usually branching out, some papaya trees produce fruit very low on the trunk, almost hugging the base.