Jack fruit, the world’s largest tree-borne fruit, belongs to the Moraceae family ( species Artocarpus heterophyllus) and hails from South and Southeast Asia. The massive evergreen tree can grow 10 to 25 meters tall with a trunk diameter of 30-80 cm and glossy, dark green leaves 10-20 cm long, alternately arranged. its enormous fruit can reach 30-90 cm long, weighing up to 30 kg, with a green, spiky rind and aromatic, yellow flesh surrounding large seeds. Jackfruit is high in carbohydrates, vitamin C, potassium, and plant compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Ripe jackfruit is eaten fresh or in desserts, while unripe jackfruit is cooked as a meat substitute due to its fibrous texture. Store whole jackfruit at room temperature, refrigerate cut pieces. Its seeds can be boiled or roasted , and the tree is prized for its durable wood used in furniture and construction.