Why does the durian stink? Scientists unravel smelly fruit's DNA

Despite its stomach-churning aroma, the durian is an important tropical fruit crop and knowing more about its DNA may help protect itOnce described by a detractor as smelling of “turpentine and onions, garnished with a gym sock”, southeast Asia’sdurian fruit leaves no one unmoved – you either adore or abhor it.Popular in Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia, the spiny, stinky delicacy is banned from public transport and many hotels because of its strong smell.Continue reading...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - Category: Science Authors: Tags: Fruit Science Food & drink Life and style Asia Pacific World news Source Type: news