Dragon fruit (or pitaya) is one of the most eye-catching fruits in the world—bright pink or yellow skin with green leafy “flames,” and speckled white or magenta flesh inside. But it’s not alone in its dramatic appearance. Several other fruits share its wild look, vibrant color, or spiky surface. Here are five fruits that are…
Durian is one of the most visually distinctive fruits in the world—massive, oblong, and covered in sharp spikes. But it’s not the only fruit with a bold, spiky look. If you’ve ever confused another fruit for a durian (or vice versa), you’re not alone! Below are fruits that resemble durian in appearance, especially from afar…
Strawberries are among the most recognizable and beloved fruits, thanks to their heart-like shape, red hue, dimpled skin, and seeds on the outside. But nature has a surprising number of lookalikes—fruits that resemble strawberries in color, texture, or structure. Some are real strawberries, others are clever mimics, and a few could fool even a seasoned…
Bell peppers, with their plump, glossy curves and vibrant hues—ranging from green to red, yellow, and even purple—are a staple in kitchens and gardens around the world. But nature has a playful side, and several fruits out there share a surprisingly similar look. If you’ve ever spotted a fruit and done a double take thinking…
Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) is a tropical fruit known for its hairy, spiky red or yellow skin and sweet, juicy, translucent flesh similar to lychee. If you’re looking for fruits that resemble rambutan in appearance, texture, or structure, here are some close matches: 1. Pulasan Pulasan is often mistaken for rambutan at first glance. It shares…
Nature has always had a poetic way of communicating—sometimes, you just have to look closer. Like an artist leaving clues in a canvas, it turns out that some fruits are shaped strikingly like the very parts of the body they benefit most. It’s almost as if your grocery basket holds a secret anatomical chart. This…
If you’re looking for fruits that resemble apricots (small, round to slightly oval, fuzzy skin, orange-yellow color), here are some similar-looking fruits: 1. Prunus mume (Japanese Apricot / Chinese Plum) A small, round to slightly oval stone fruit with smooth, fuzzy skin and yellow to blush-pink tones—visually very close to apricots, especially when ripe and golden. 2….
Tomatoes have a distinctive round or slightly oblong shape, smooth or slightly ribbed skin, and a shiny appearance when ripe. Here are some fruits that resemble tomatoes in appearance (but may differ in taste and botanical family): 1. Tamarillo Tamarillos are oval-shaped, smooth, and covered in glossy red to orange skin. As you can see…
One of the exotic fruits I had been eager to taste for quite some time is the lychee. Its color, which ranges from soft pink to warm tawny, and its translucent, juicy flesh give it an almost mysterious allure. Add to that the fact that it is considered a symbol of love in China—where it…
Here’s a list of fruits that can easily be mistaken for Figs (Pictured above) due to their shapes, colors, or skin textures: 1. Medlar This small, round fruit has a brownish skin and an open calyx at the bottom, much like the “eye” of a fig. When fully ripe and softened (bletted), its wrinkled skin…