Ikako (golden plum)

Ikako (Golden Plum or Coconut Plum) is a small-sized tree that features a rather thick crown. In addition, this plant is often called a shrub, since its height on average is only one meter with a maximum of six meters (this is extremely rare).

Belongs to the ikako (golden plum) to the Chrysobalan family. The natural range of growth of this plant is the coastal territories of tropical America. In addition, ikako (gold plum) is cultivated in the coastal zones of Africa.

Ikako (golden plum) belongs to unusually heat-loving cronies - it can die even the slightest frost. But a distinctive feature, we can say the advantage of ikako (golden plum) is that the plant is resistant to soil salinity, due to which it is used for soil protection in coastal areas.

Ikako (golden plum) is known for its fruits collected in clusters, which reach maturity at the end of the summer season. In terms of size and shape, as well as appearance, they completely copy the drain. The color of ikako (golden plum) fruits can range from pinkish white or bright red to almost black. The drupes taste sour-sweet, differ in some astringency. The whitish-yellow flesh of the fruit hardly separates from the rather large bone that is located inside.

Ikako fruits (golden plums) are usually consumed in raw fresh form, although I often do with them similar to plum - they make delicious jams, mouth-watering jam and aromatic jelly. By the way, it is interesting that for a long time the flesh of ikako fruits (golden plum) has been used as a natural black dye, and oil popular with American natives is obtained from seeds.

It should be noted that ikako (gold plum) and all products that are obtained as a result of its processing are able to have a mild laxative effect. This property is especially appreciated for problems with the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, ikako (golden plum) helps to remove cholesterol from the body, which clearly indicates the beneficial properties of this fruit.

Experts advise using ikako (golden plum) in case of kidney disease, as well as hypertension. Ikako fruits (golden plums) contribute to the normalization of water metabolism in the body and have a diuretic effect.