Cempedak King (Artocarpus integer)

FamilyMoraceae
Scientific nameArtocarpus integer
Common name (English)Cempedak King
Common name (Malay)Cempedak King
Identified asIntroduced plant on Project M.A.R.S.’s land

Artocarpus integer, commonly known as cempedak, is a tropical fruit tree in the Moraceae family. Native to Southeast Asia, it is cultivated for its large, sweet, and aromatic fruits, which are eaten fresh, cooked, or processed into snacks and traditional dishes. Traditionally, various parts of the plant—including fruits, seeds, leaves, and bark—have been used in folk medicine for their digestive, antimicrobial, and general health-supporting properties. With its culinary, medicinal, and cultural significance, Artocarpus integer remains an important species in tropical home gardens, orchards, and regional food traditions.