This list of 45 fragrant and tasty fruits that start with A includes favorites like apricots and avocados to lesser-known gems like ambrellas and ausubo. Let’s dive into the first letter of the alphabet and discover many flavors and textures.
Did you know eating at least five portions of fruit daily is recommended? It’s true. Fruits are nature’s flavorful powerhouses, packing our bodies with fiber, essential vitamins, and minerals. They keep our gut healthy and our skin glowing. Also, let’s remember the variety of flavor and texture they bring. It’s a total win-win!
But let’s be real; as much as we love apples and bananas, munching on them daily can get boring. And so, I whipped up a list of fruits that start with A to keep things exciting.
Ready to find out what Mother Nature has in store for us? Let’s get started!
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- 45 Fruits that Begin with A
- 1. Abiu
- 2. Abiurana
- 3. Acai
- 4. Acerola Cherries
- 5. Ackee
- 6. African Breadfruit
- 7. African Mango
- 8. African Star Apple
- 9. Akebia Fruit
- 10. Alligator Apple
- 11. Alligator Pears
- 12. Almonds
- 13. Alpine Strawberries
- 14. Alupag
- 15. Amanatsu Oranges
- 16. Amara
- 17. Amaou Strawberries
- 18. Amazon Tree Grape
- 19. Ambarella
- 20. Ambrosia Apples
- 21. Ambrosia Melon
- 22. Amla
- 23. Anchovy Pear
- 24. Andean Blackberry
- 25. Annato
- 26. Annona
- 27. Apples
- 28. Apple Berry
- 29. Apple Guava
- 30. Apple Rose
- 31. Apricots
- 32. Araca-Boi
- 33. Arava Melon
- 34. Argan
- 35. Arrayan
- 36. Asam Kumbang
- 37. Ashwagandha
- 38. Asian Pears
- 39. Atemoya
- 40. Atherton Raspberry
- 41. Australian Finger Lime
- 42. Australian Round Lime
- 43. Ausubo
- 44. Avocado
- 45. Azarole berries
- Wrapping Up
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- References
45 Fruits that Begin with A
While most people enjoy fresh fruits, some prefer them in jams, jellies, smoothies, and desserts. In this comprehensive post on fruits that start with ‘A,’ I’ll discuss how to enjoy each fruit, as well as where each one comes from, what it looks like, and how it tastes.
All these details will make it easier to pick and experiment with your favorites.
- Abiu
- Abiurana
- Acai
- Acerola Cherries
- Ackee
- African Breadfruit
- African Mango
- African Star Apple
- Akebi Fruit
- Alligator Apple
- Alligator Pear
- Almonds
- Alupag
- Alpine Strawberries
- Amanatsu Oranges
- Amara
- Amaou Strawberries
- Amazon Tree Grape
- Ambarella
- Ambrosia Apples
- Ambrosia Melon
- Amla
- Anchovy Pear**
- Andean Blackberry
- Annato
- Annona
- Apples
- Apple Berry
- Apple Guava
- Apple Rose
- Apricots
- Araca-Boi
- Arava Melon
- Argan
- Arrayan
- Asam Kumbang
- Ashwagandha
- Asian Pears
- Atemoya
- Atherton Raspberry
- Australian Finger Lime
- Australian Round Lime
- Ausubo
- Avocado
- Azarole berries
1. Abiu
Abiu is a South American fruit commonly found in tropical regions of Brazil, Peru, and Colombia. It’s a round and oval-shaped fruit with a slightly pointy end. Abiu has smooth skin and a beautiful golden-yellow hue when fully ripe. Once you cut open the fruit, you’ll find creamy, jelly-like flesh with a sweet caramel flavor. You can also scoop out the flesh and enjoy it fresh. Leave behind the gummy sap, though. It’s not edible. Abiu is rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene. There’s also a good amount of vitamin C.
2. Abiurana
Abiurana is similar to Abiu. It’s a tropical fruit hailing from Brazil’s Amazon region. This sweet and dense fruit has a yellow exterior that turns light orange with time. The flesh maintains a white color. Since sweet and decadent fruits like abiurana attract fruit flies, this fruit has a fuzzy layer for protection.
Abiurana makes some crazy delicious ice cream, jams, and juices. But you can also enjoy it fresh or add it to your fruit salad bowl. Regardless of how you eat the fruit, you’ll get a ton of vitamin B3.
3. Acai
Acai berries grow on Acai palms in South and Central America. They are 1-inch-long round berries with a dark purple hue and yellowish flesh. There’s also a little seed hiding in the center of the fruit. Since these berries are packed with antioxidants, healthy fats, and fiber, they are considered a superfood.
You can whip up some delicious acai desserts or blend them into smoothies or juices for that earthy flavor and dark chocolate fragrance. Some people also make wine with them. Dried acai is also often used as an effective dietary supplement.
4. Acerola Cherries
The next fruit that starts with A is the Acerola cherry. It’s a vitamin C-rich fruit that looks like a cherry but isn’t one. If you spot a shiny, oval, yellowish-orange fruit, that’s acerola!
Acerola cherries come from Southern Mexico and the Caribbean. They pack a zesty kick for your tastebuds and have a super soft and mushy pulp – just what you need for a yummy marmalade.
5. Ackee
Can you imagine eating a fruit that tastes and feels like scrambled eggs? No? Well, you haven’t tried ackee apples, then. This African fruit has a pear-like shape, green skin that transforms into a brilliant red and yellow hue when ripe, and a few black seeds sneaking inside.
Natives enjoy ackee apples, or achee, in soups, curries, and stews. The spongy texture works great for these recipes. If you try one, make sure you remove the seeds.
The ackee fruit has a ton of dietary fiber, which is great for bowel movement.
6. African Breadfruit
Say hello to a distant cousin of jackfruits and mulberries – the African breadfruit, also called Ukwa. It’s a big fruit that can weigh about 8.5 kg per piece. African breadfruit has bright green skin with bumps all over it. The flesh is pale green and has seeds embedded in it.
African breadfruit is chock full of folic acid, dietary fiber, and vitamins. The seeds are edible, too. They also contain a ton of protein and natural oils. The best way to enjoy African breadfruit is to cook it to make soups or boil it and serve it with rice or yam.
7. African Mango
Here’s another African delight that’s just as popular among animals as humans. Like any other mango, the African mango is irresistibly sweet and fragrant. It’s a typical mango shape with greenish-yellow skin, fibrous pulp, and a big seed.
Humans like their African mangoes fresh or in jam and jelly form. Some folks also use the pulp to make wine. Animals, on the other hand, eat the whole thing for maximum nutrients. The seeds are rich in protein and fat.
Other names for African mango are bush mango or wild mango.
8. African Star Apple
Anyone who’s been to Nigeria, Ghana, or Togo must’ve encountered an eye-catching, bright orange fruit with a beautifully contrasting pink pulp. This is an African star apple, which gets its name from the star shape formed by the seeds.
African star apples are a can’t-miss combination of sweet and sour. Trey once, and they’ll be your next go-to snack option. The pulp works great in marmalades, jams, and syrups. You can also pop some in your cocktail!
This fruit is loaded with vitamins E, C, and A and is also rich in antioxidants. What more could you want?
9. Akebia Fruit
North Japan has something for you, too. An oblong fruit that’s hard to miss, it’s so beautiful to look at that you’d never want to eat it!
The akebia fruit is a beautiful purple shade with white flesh with little black seeds. Its flavor profile resembles a combination of passion fruit, bananas, and lychees. Oh, and the best part? The tiny flowers that grow along it smell like chocolate! Heavenly!
The entire fruit is edible, including the skin and seeds. Japanese people scoop out some pulp, fill the center with their choice of filling, and deep fry the fruit to enjoy as a delicacy.
10. Alligator Apple
Do you want to guess why this fruit is called an alligator apple? Alligators can’t resist its sweet, pineapple-like (or some say honeydew) flavor!
The alligator apple, also known as swamp apple, pond apple, or monkey apple, is greenish-yellow with waxy skin and creamy pulp. It’s a vitamin A and C powerhouse full of fiber and antioxidants.
Alligator apples hail from Florida and Central America. There, folks go bananas for it, especially in jam-form.
11. Alligator Pears
Can you guess what this fruit is? It’s avocado! Yep! It was dubbed an alligator pear because of its rough skin. Alligator pears don’t necessarily have to be green. They can be brown, black, or purple, too. As for the shape, they can be round or egg-shaped and have a long neck.
Floridians then enjoyed it with a hearty drizzle of sweetened condensed milk. They’d remove the seed, pour the milk, and scoop the deliciousness with a spoon. Alligator pears, on their own, taste like a key lime pie. You can make yummy popsicles with this fruit.
12. Almonds
Most people think of almonds as nuts, but they’re actually fruits from the Mediterranean and Southern European regions.
Almonds have many uses. You can enjoy them as a snack, use them in desserts, grind them to make almond flour or soak them in water to make homemade almond milk.
Almonds are an excellent protein, vitamin E, fiber, calcium, and magnesium source.
13. Alpine Strawberries
Meet the petite version of your garden strawberry—the Alpine strawberry. These red and dry strawberries are native to Europe and Asia. People who’ve tried an Alpine strawberry say the flavor is paler than that of regular strawberries. So, this variety is best used in jams and jellies flavored with a few additives.
These tiny, light strawberries are packed with salicylic acid that’s great for your liver and kidney health.
14. Alupag
Are you a true fan of lychee? If so, you’ll love Alupag, too. This fruit is a close relative of the more commonly known lychee. The fruit grows on an evergreen tree in the Philippines that can grow up to 10 meters tall.
Alupag is a globular fruit with a brown warty peel, white juicy flesh, and a large dark brown seed. People in the Philippines enjoy it fresh as a snack. If you can get your hands on it, peel the skin and pop it into your mouth for a refreshingly sweet and juicy flavor burst.
Alupag contains decent amounts of vitamins A and C. It also contains enough potassium and iron to keep your body happy.
15. Amanatsu Oranges
Japan has a favorite orange variety, and they call it amanatsu. These sweet and sour oranges wear a yellowish-orange skin that covers 10-12 soft segments with cream-colored seeds.
The best way to enjoy the flavor of this citrus fruit is by eating it fresh or squeezing its juice. Amanatsu oranges also make some delightful cocktails and beverages.
Like all citrus fruits, amanatsu oranges are rich in citric acid and vitamin C.
16. Amara
I never knew there were so many types of oranges in the world! Amara oranges are from the tropical areas of America and the West Indies. They are also called hog plums or Spondias mombin.
Amara oranges have a smooth orange peel and equally bright-colored flesh. Their sweet and sour juice makes one of the best morning sips. You can also use the fragrant slices of this fruit to flavor your desserts. However, the flesh isn’t the only useful part of amara oranges. The cream-colored seeds are highly valued for their essential oils.
17. Amaou Strawberries
Japan has its king of strawberries, called amaou strawberries. These strawberries have an eye-catching red hue and are three times the size of a regular strawberry. They are so delicious that Japanese happily receive them as gifts. But they don’t come cheap—one amaou strawberry can cost about $10!
The sweet flavor and that stunning red shade make these strawberries the top pick for popular winter delicacies like Japanese strawberry shortcakes and sandwich cookies. You can even coat them in white chocolate and steal a heavenly bite.
18. Amazon Tree Grape
Amazon tree grapes are little, round wonders that hail from the lush landscapes of South America, specifically the Western Amazon Basin in southern Colombia, northern Bolivia, and Western Brazil.
These juicy grapes start green and become a stunning purple shade upon ripening. The pulp is juicy and tastes similar to regular grapes. You’ll be delighted if you snack on these tiny, delicious bites or use them for wine-making.
Amazon tree grapes are packed with omega-3 fatty acids.
19. Ambarella
Ambarella, or June plum, is a tropical fruit native to Polynesia. These oval fruits boast tough, thin skin that matures from green to yellow. A fibrous pit in the middle holds tiny flat seeds. This crispy and juicy fruit smells like pineapple and tastes astringent. Sundried ambarellas make a yummy addition to jams and pickles.
Ambarellas contain vitamins A, B, and C and calcium, fiber, and potassium.
20. Ambrosia Apples
Next on our list of fruits starting with the letter A are sweet honey-flavored apples from British Columbia called ambrosia apples. These medium-sized apples are bicolored with a yellow base and a pinkish-orange flush.
Ambrosia apples are floral-scented and have crisp flesh packed with potassium and iron. Since this apple variety doesn’t brown as fast as other apples, they are a great option for your salad bowl.
21. Ambrosia Melon
Ambrosia melon is a sweeter and smaller version of a cantaloupe. This fruit is native to Persia and Western Asia and is most loved for its soft and tender flesh. As for appearance, these melons are round and pale yellow with a thin rind covered with a slightly rough and tan netting.
Slice and dice an ambrosia melon for a sweet and fresh snack, or add it to salads. Ambrosia melon contains enormous amounts of vitamins A and C.
22. Amla
Amla, or Indian gooseberry, is grown in several parts of Asia. It’s a small, round, light green fruit with juicy, crisp flesh inside its tough skin. With its sour and bitter flavor profile, amla is popular for pickles, chutneys, and juices. It’s also used in salads. This vitamin C-rich fruit is popular among Indians for its medicinal properties.
23. Anchovy Pear
The marshy areas of the West Indies grow a fruit that looks like a pear and tastes like a mango. Any guesses? It’s the anchovy pear. This fruit has russet brown skin and can grow 2-3 inches long. There’s also a seed in the middle that’s best avoided. Anchovy pears taste brilliant in pickle form.
Did I mention they are rich in vitamin C?
24. Andean Blackberry
Andean blackberry, also known as Mora, originates from the Andes region in South America. It’s a small and round berry with a stunning deep purple color. If you’ve ever chomped on raspberries, blackberries, and cranberries all at once, you know how an Andean blackberry tastes. Yep, it’s tangy and sour. You’ll be squinting your eyes!
Andean blackberries are fiber-rich and contain antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and K. Enjoy them fresh or use them in desserts like pies and tarts. These tart berries also make delicious jam!
25. Annato
Let’s talk about annatto, achiote, bija, or urucum! These vibrant orange fruits grow from Mexico to Brazil and pack quite the flavor punch. They have a slightly sweet and floral taste, subtle nutty hints, and a matching aromatic scent.
The orangish-red hue proves that annatto is loaded with carotenoid pigments, making it a great dietary source of vitamin A. It’s also a popular natural food coloring. Annatto seeds are used to make oil and paste, which adds color and flavor to dishes like soups, stews, or rice.
26. Annona
Annonas are more commonly recognized as custard apples and sugar apples. These apple-sized, pinecone-like fruits are from the tropical high-altitude areas. They are green on the outside and have a creamy white pulp inside with small inedible seeds.
Annonas are sweet and decadent, perfect for smoothies, ice creams, and other desserts. Their nutritional profile is pretty impressive, too. You’ll find vitamins, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants all in one place.
27. Apples
About 30,000 apple varieties worldwide, of which 2500 grow in the US alone! Apples, the doctor’s sidekicks, are extremely versatile. Their sweet and sour taste works in various dishes, such as jams, ciders, applesauce, and juice.
Munch on an apple slice with the skin on for a crispy bite. Don’t worry about the calories; these filling fruits are light. Just avoid the seeds when possible. They contain a tiny bit of toxins. Why risk?
28. Apple Berry
Here’s an Australian fruit popularly known as apple dumplings. Apple berries don’t share the looks of our world-famous apples. Instead, they are green fruits that turn purple and yellow (when fully ripe). They also have a hairy exterior.
Apple berries are fit to eat once they fall from the tree and mature. They have a taste similar to kiwifruit or stewed apples. Since they are rich in dietary fiber, they’ll keep your gut happy and healthy.
29. Apple Guava
Did you know there are about 100 different varieties of guavas? It’s true! Apple guava is one of them all. It’s a spherical fruit with green, slightly bumpy skin. On the inside, there’s soft but firm flesh that could be white or pink and have a ton of hard and crunchy seeds embedded.
No two apple guavas taste the same. Some can be sweet, while others can be sour. Most people enjoy munching on these fruits, raw and fresh. But apple guavas also taste phenomenal paired with soft cheese and seafood.
30. Apple Rose
Next, we have apple rose (or rose apple) from the islands of Southeast Asia. These broad and curved green fruits look so similar to guavas you’d be confused.
Apple roses taste sweet and sour with hints of rose. People worldwide use them to infuse beverages, jellies, and sauces. Those who want to get the maximum nutrition from this floral-scented fruit enjoy its crisp white flesh raw.
31. Apricots
You know apricots – the orange, peach-shaped, juicy fruits that grow on small trees. Their flesh is so juicy and tender you wouldn’t want to stop at one.
Apricots have a velvety exterior covered with a thin layer of fuzz, pale yellow to orange flesh, and a sweet and sour taste. The more challenging the fruit, the tangier it is.
Apricots are stone fruits high in beta-carotene, vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. You can eat them raw or cook them however you like.
32. Araca-Boi
Here’s a Brazillian delight with a unique name – Araca-boi. These large guava-like fruits are yellow, juicy, and astringent. Their zesty vibes add a tangy kick to beverages and ice creams. Some people also use them to boost the flavor of their desserts. Still, others eat them raw. Araca-boi has a high vitamin C content.
33. Arava Melon
When honeydew melons and cantaloupes marry, they make the ever-so-sweet and tasty arava melons. These medium-large fruits can get as big as 8 inches in diameter. The outer rind is initially green and turns yellow when the fruit is ripe. The fruit’s exterior is also covered in a delicate layer of beige netting.
The soft and watery flesh is best eaten fresh and chilled in slices or bite-sized balls. You can add Arava melons to fruit salads with bananas, apples, guavas, and oranges if you like. They are also welcomed in cocktails.
34. Argan
This green, oval-shaped fruit looks like an olive and has Moroccan roots. You might know argan as an essential ingredient of your hair-loving shampoo, but there’s more to it than that. Its oil is rich in vitamin E, hence make a popular choice in the culinary world. Some people even dip their bread in argan oil. It can also be blended with almonds to make a spreadable sandwich paste.
35. Arrayan
Originating from Mexico, Arrayan is now grown in Puerto Rico’s subtropical regions, too. Also known as Sartre guava, it’s small, round, and yellow with a texture like guava. The flesh holds edible seeds that add a crunch to every bite.
This fruit tastes a lot like guava. Therefore, people love it as a snack. But that’s not all that it’s good for. Dried and preserved arrayan fruit can be added to jams, as well. The fruit offers a lot of antioxidant goodness.
36. Asam Kumbang
Malaysia and Singapore grow asam kumbang, a wild mango with fibrous, juicy, yellowish-orange flesh. Unlike other mangoes, asam kumbang is oval and has a dark green outer layer that takes on a dark purple hue with time. Resting inside is a large inedible seed.
Asam kumbang is sweet and sour. Most folks enjoy its sour taste in curries and soups. Those who like it tangier and spicier pickle it with other ingredients and serve it with rice.
This fruit is a nutritional powerhouse, containing vitamins A and C and iron, potassium, and magnesium.
37. Ashwagandha
Here’s another Indian-native fruit that’s valued for its medicinal properties. Ashwagandha, also called winter cherry, is an orange-red fruit cradled in green, bell-shaped leaves. The fruit can easily be mistaken for golden berries. Some people think it looks similar to cherry tomatoes.
Ashwagandha herbal tea is quite popular in its homeland. Since it’s bitter and earthy, people flavor it with honey and vanilla.
This fruit is an excellent source of phytochemicals.
38. Asian Pears
Asian pears, although pears, look more like apples. They wear brown and yellow skin and have juicy, crispy white flesh with a slightly sweet, caramel-like flavor. These round pear variants are also called Nashi pears. People love them fresh or as a part of their salad bowl.
Asian pears are packed with dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
39. Atemoya
Meet the Atemoya, a heart-shaped fruit in warm places like Cuba, Taiwan, and Venezuela. It’s a mix of two tropical fruits: sugar apple and cherimoya. The fruit looks greenish-blue and bumpy on the outside, but inside, it’s juicy and white.
Imagine cutting it open and scooping out the delicious flesh, which tastes sweet and tart, like a piña colada. Don’t look at the black seeds, though. They are toxic.
40. Atherton Raspberry
The tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and Papua New Guinea grow tiny, red atherton raspberries. These berries are sweet and sharp but not as intensely flavored as European raspberries. Since they are a seasonal delight, folks try to put them on/in everything. They eat them fresh, add them in salads, top them over ice cream, and cook them into jams.
41. Australian Finger Lime
Australia boasts some truly tasty fruits, including the Australian finger lime. These little wonders come in various colors on the outside, like green, yellow, purple, and brown. But the real magic happens when you slice one open. There are a bunch of tiny juice-filled bubbles that look just like caviar. That’s why the fruit is sometimes called lime caviar!
Australian finger lime isn’t just refreshing and tasty; it has antioxidants that are good for you.
42. Australian Round Lime
Originating from Australia, the Australian Round Lime is a spherical fruit with greenish or yellow skin and pale green pulp. Known as Dooja or Gympielime, this lime typically measures around 1.5 inches in diameter.
It’s a versatile fruit, often used in marmalades. People also zest the peel to add a vibrant kick to pasta and various dishes.
43. Ausubo
The balata trees in the Caribbean rainforest produce Ausubo, a round yellow fruit. The fruit looks like it’s divided into four compartments inside. Each compartment contains one black seed that is slimy, sweet, and edible, surrounded by gummy pulp.
Ausubo fruit has plenty of vitamin C, which makes it a great snack for boosting your immune system. In addition to being eaten fresh, the fruit is also used to make jams and juices.
44. Avocado
Endlessly versatile and nutritious, avocados are one of the most popular fruits worldwide. Originally from Mexico, they now grow in tropical and Mediterranean regions. Avocado is an unusual fruit because it’s not sweet; it has a rich, fatty flavor that makes it perfect for savory dishes like guacamole.
Avocadoes can be brown, green, purple, black, pear, egg-shaped, nutty, or slightly sweet.
This popular fruit contains healthy fats, fiber, potassium, and vitamins K and E.
45. Azarole berries
Last on the list of fruits beginning with the letter A are azarole berries. These small, red fruits grow on fragrant trees and belong to the rose family. They look a lot like blueberries, but when it comes to taste, they are often compared to apples.
Azarole berries have a juicy, orange pulp that can be eaten raw or cooked for jams and jellies. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamins C and A, and calcium.
Wrapping Up
This list of fruits that start with A proves that fruits are everywhere and for everyone. Whether you like something sweet and fibrous or tangy and juicy, Mother Nature has something for you.
So, which of these A fruits are you planning on trying first? Let me know in the comments below! If you’re a fruit lover looking for similar lists, check out my other articles and stay tuned for more.
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