The durian is the fruit of the trees of the genus Durio, belonging to the family Malvaceae. The fruit is much used and appreciated in Southeast Asia, and called there "the king of fruits." The fruit stands out for its huge size, unique odor and formidable shell protected by thorns.
The fruit can grow up to 30 centimeters in diameter and usually weighs one to three kilograms. Its shape can range from oblong to round, the color of the husk green to brown and the flesh pale yellow to red, depending on the species.
