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Fruit pictures page one

The rind of the mangosteen starts out almost white or very pale green and gradually turns red, then purple or a dark brown. Notice also that the sepals remain attached to the developing mangosteen fruit from beginning to end. The sepals start out colored red on the side facing the fruit, green on the outside. Once the fruit ripens, the entire sepal can become quite brightly colored again (see photo at top of page).

The bright red color of the fruit picture above shows when one can first pick and enjoy the fruit. It should be consumed as soon as possible. If the rind starts to dry out, then it becomes more difficult to open it (see Enjoying the mangosteen).