SKU: 36271845884

Ackee (Blighia sapida)

Sale price$17.95 Regular price$19.95
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $4.99 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 19 - Jul 24

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Ackee (Blighia sapida)Iconic and Nutritious Caribbean Fruit Common Names: Ackee, Akee, Ankye, Vegetable Brain, Ishin, Achee, Savory Ackee, Arbre Fricasse Family: Sapindaceae Origin: West Africa (introduced to the Caribbean) Ackee is a tropical fruit tree that produces bright red fruit with a unique taste and texture, making it a staple in Caribbean cuisine, particularly in Jamaica where it's famously paired with saltfish. Native to West Africa, Ackee was brought to the

Iconic and Nutritious Caribbean Fruit

Common Names: Ackee, Akee, Ankye, Vegetable Brain, Ishin, Achee, Savory Ackee, Arbre à Fricassée
Family: Sapindaceae
Origin: West Africa (introduced to the Caribbean)

Ackee is a tropical fruit tree that produces bright red fruit with a unique taste and texture, making it a staple in Caribbean cuisine, particularly in Jamaica where it's famously paired with saltfish. Native to West Africa, Ackee was brought to the Caribbean during the 18th century and has since become a vital part of the region’s culinary and cultural identity. The fruit’s bright red pod splits open when ripe, revealing cream-colored, edible arils, which must be cooked to be enjoyed safely. Ackee is highly nutritious, rich in fatty acids, protein, and vitamins, and its creamy texture makes it a versatile ingredient in savory dishes.

Distinctive Features, Uses, and Nutritional Value

Fruits: Ackee produces bright red to yellowish fruits that split open when fully ripe, revealing three large, shiny black seeds surrounded by creamy, fleshy arils. Only the arils are edible, and they must be properly prepared to avoid toxicity. The fruit is mild in flavor, with a rich, buttery texture similar to scrambled eggs when cooked, making it perfect for savory dishes.

Foliage: The tree has glossy, dark green, pinnate leaves that provide a lush, tropical appearance. The leaves grow densely along the branches, adding shade and beauty to tropical gardens.

Growth Habit: Ackee is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that grows up to 30-40 feet tall. It has a wide, spreading canopy that offers excellent shade, making it a popular choice for gardens and farms in tropical regions.

Culinary and Medicinal Uses

Ackee is the national fruit of Jamaica and is best known for its role in the iconic dish "Ackee and Saltfish." The arils are boiled and sautéed with onions, peppers, and salted cod, creating a flavorful and nutritious meal. Ackee is also rich in essential nutrients, particularly fatty acids like oleic and palmitic acids, which are good for heart health.

Traditionally, the tree’s bark and leaves have been used in folk medicine to treat various ailments, though consuming unripe Ackee or improperly prepared fruit can be dangerous due to the presence of hypoglycin toxins.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 36271845884

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.8 ★★★★★
Based on 14 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
Z
Verified Purchase
Zandisu
Lexington, US
★★★★★ 5
Perfect in Eery Way
Color: Black
This monitor stand is worth every penny. I thought it was a bit pricey at first, but the quality is top notch. Made of real wood not pressed board, was easy to assemble and maximized my space. Having the drawers was a bonus to keep small items organized. The height is sufficient to slide books, papers and such underneath. Top shelf is long enough to not only hold dual monitors but also a few decorative items. It’s also just right for a 43” wide desk but not so wide that it eats up your keyboard or writing surface.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2025
S
Verified Purchase
S. Khan
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 5
Great buy
Color: Brown
I am able to put two 27in monitors on it, pretty straight forward assembly, the stand looks quality as well. It has really helped me with the mess on my table, now my table looks kempt and organized.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2025
Y
Verified Purchase
Yinxi
Omaha, US
★★★★★ 4
Pretty good for the price
Color: Brown
Honestly great quality from what it came in and I love how affordable it is. Though my one complaint is that they don't have rubber tabs underneath the legs so it just slides off pretty easily but other than that being an easy fix it"s not bad assembly was easy and it freed up a lot of room on my desk
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2026
V
Verified Purchase
Vladd
Waukegan, US
★★★★★ 5
So impressed with this company! Highly recommend!
Color: Black, Color: Black
Update: Awesome seller, exceptional customer service! Updated pics and rating, 5 Stars all the way! This seller has gone above and beyond to take care of the issue and ensure maximum satisfaction. I simply couldn't be more pleased! I really like this product, the design and quality and especially support. Highly recommend doing business here and supporting this business operation! Original review: Received it today, packaging and everything seemed perfect. Looked over all the pieces and they seemed OK. Took a bit to assemble but not bad. The design and construction are great. It looks awesome for my setup as you can see in pics. Really love this, or at least what it's supposed to be if everything was perfect. However, once assembled, upon closer look, I was just so disappointed. I just couldn't believe it. The bottom shelf on the left side is pretty messed up (refer to pics). Also on the right side but not quite as noticeable. Not sure what to do here, I don't think I can deal with this especially at the $100 price point. If it was in the back, I wouldn't care too much. But of course it's right in the very front just staring at me lol... I'm pretty bummed out, probably returning this unfortunately.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2025
E
Verified Purchase
Ellen Buechler
Alexandria, US
★★★★★ 5
Looking good!!
Color: White1
Easily put together and perfect got my new home office. Good quality and even all the drill holes lined up. Looks great!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2026

recommand products