These attractive trees usually grow to be about 12-15 m but can reach heights of 20 m or more. The trunk can grow to be about 2 m in diameter. The same tree has both male and female flowers (termed monoecious) and the male inflorescence appears first. The male flowers are 5 cm in diameter and up to 45 centimeters long. Thousands of tiny flowers are attached to the spongy core. Female inflorescences consist of 1500-2000 reduced flowers also attached to a spongy core. The flowers fuse together and form the fleshy edible part of the fruit. The size of leaves is variable depending on the variety, ranging from 15-60 cm long. The fruits also vary in shape, size, color and texture. The skin texture is smooth, to slightly bumpy or spiny. The color varies from light green, yellowish-green, or yellow when mature. There is one unusual variety from the Society Islands that has pinkish or orange-brown skin.
Above is the description of the breadfruit tree. The description consists of how tall the breadfruit tree may grow and the male and female characteristics of the tree.
Above is the description of the breadfruit tree. The description consists of how tall the breadfruit tree may grow and the male and female characteristics of the tree.