The mangosteen is native to southeast asia. On the outside the fruit is a reddish purple color and has a small green crown near the stem. The fruit is white on the inside. The mangosteen tastes like a combination of strawberry and peach and it is sweet and sour
The people of Southeast Asia use the mangosteen for medicinal purposes. The skin is used to treat infections reduce pain and control fever. A the made from the rind is also good for stomach problems. Powder from the dried fruit is used for skin diseases. It's not surprising people in Thailand call it the "Queen of fruits.