Durian, also known as Shaozi and Civet Fruit, is a tropical deciduous tree of the Kapok family and is known as the King of Fruits in Thailand. It is generally believed that East India and Malaysia are the origins of durian/

A small amount is also cultivated in Hainan, China.

It has many curative effects, including nourishing yin and strengthening yin, dispelling wind and clearing away heat, promoting choleretic effects and reducing jaundice, killing insects and relieving itching. Durian has high nutritional value. In addition to high sugar content, it contains 11% starch, 13% sugar, 3% protein, and a variety of vitamins, fats, calcium, iron and phosphorus.