Black Thorn
Durian · 榴莲
Black Thorn in October (this month)
No fresh crop this month
Best option: Malaysia, from storage or late season.
Penang's prized durian (Ochee), often pricier than Musang King.
- Look for
- Orange flesh, and a dark thorn at the tip of the husk.
- Best for
- Connoisseurs
Malaysia
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Stored or late season (1)
MY
MalaysiaPahang (Raub, Bentong), Johor, Penang
StoredBlack Thorn grown in Malaysia
About 3 months since harvest
Other durian varieties
Common questions
- When is Black Thorn durian in season in Singapore?
- Malaysia: Jul–Sep. Fresh-crop months by origin.
- Which country's Black Thorn is best in October?
- Only stored fruit is available: Malaysia.
- How do I pick a ripe durian?
- Smell: Strong and sweet, never sour or alcoholic. Stem: Moist and fresh. A dried, dark stem means it's old. Thorns: Press two thorns together: slight flex means ripe. Ask: Good stalls will open one so you can check the flesh.
- How should I store durian?
- Eat the same day. Lasts 1–2 days opened. Put opened flesh in an airtight box in the fridge, ideally double-wrapped, or everything will smell of durian.