Cotton Fruit (Sandoricum koetjape)

Sandoricum koetjape, commonly known as sentul or santol, is a tropical fruit tree in the Meliaceae family, native to Southeast Asia. It is easily recognized by its thick-rinded, round fruits that contain a soft, sweet-to-sour translucent pulp. Traditionally, various parts of the tree—including its bark, leaves, and roots—have been used in folk medicine for digestive, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory purposes. Cultivated both for its fruit and its durable timber, Sandoricum koetjape remains an important species in orchards, home gardens, and local markets throughout the region.