Introducing The Prized King’s Nut: The Wild Marula Nut

“Marula is the food of Kings”—ancient Thonga saying

Known as the “Tree of Life” in African folklore a whole wide range of fascinating beliefs, traditions and legends have existed around the sacred Marula tree of Africa for thousands of years.

The many uses of its bark, leaves, fruit, nut and kernels from food sources to healing ingredients are revered and celebrated by festivals and traditions held every year in Southern Africa. It is said, that, to receive a seed kernel from this amazing tree represents the highest form of friendship.

We are thrilled to announce the nut of King’s to our loved customers!

The King’s Nut

The Marula tree has served the people of Botswana, Namibia and South Africa with fruit and nuts as a nutritious food source since ancient times. The kernel of the Marula is on the smaller side, and is an excellent source of protein. It has a delightful, nutty taste, some say similar to a wild heirloom almond.

Other Uses of the Marula Tree

The Marula tree is not only a food source, in fact it has many, varied uses. Marula wood has been used to make canoes, bowls, drums, and mortars and pestles. The bark of the Marula tree is said to have medicinal properties for ailments such as intestinal disorders and insect bites. The essence of the leaves is used in Africa as an antiseptic remedy for burns and other similar skin ailments. Marula oil, made from the kernel, is often used in exotic skin care oils.

Benefits of Marula Nuts

Marula Nuts are highly prized for their amount of protein, containing all essential amino acids. They’re also an excellent source of heart-healthy oleic acid, magnesium, potassium, iron and zinc. Their supreme amount of mono-unsaturated fatty acids makes them naturally stable, so they don’t oxidize or go rancid easily.

The Sunfood Difference

Sunfood Marula Nuts come from a pristine region in South Africa, untouched by pesticides and chemicals. They are a premium, sustainably harvested wild food.

These nuts are delicious straight out of the bag! Take them on-the-go by making your own tasty trail mix with goji berries, golden berries and Wild Jungle Amazonian peanuts. Or sprinkle on your greens, raw desserts and breakfast cereals.