Musang King

Musang King
Mao Shan Wang
Raja Kunyit
D197
CultivarD197
OriginMalaysia, 1980s

Musang King is a Malaysian cultivar (cultivated variety) of durian (Durio zibethinus). Prized for its unusual combination of bitter and sweet flavours,[1] Musang King is the most popular variety of durian in both Malaysia[2] and Singapore,[1] where it is known as Mao Shan Wang (Chinese: 猫山王; pinyin: Māo Shān Wáng) and commands a price premium over other varieties.[3] It is also increasingly popular in China, where it has been dubbed the "Hermes of durian".[4]

  1. ^ a b "Guide To Durian: Know The Difference Between Mao Shan Wang And D24". MICHELIN Guide.
  2. ^ "A thorny affair over Malaysia's national fruit". The Star.
  3. ^ "Price Compilation: Cheapest Durian Delivery Vendors In Singapore To Satisfy Your Mao Shan Wang Cravings". blog.seedly.sg. June 21, 2021.
  4. ^ "Thai Monthong faces Malaysia's 'King' in battle for China's durian market". The Jakarta Post.