✦ Sourced from the world's finest growers ◆ ✦ Grade One fruits only ◆ ✦ UK nationwide delivery ◆ ✦ Trusted by 60,000+ on social ◆ ✦ Every box curated with care ◆
✦ Sourced from the world's finest growers ◆ ✦ Grade One fruits only ◆ ✦ UK nationwide delivery ◆ ✦ Trusted by 60,000+ on social ◆ ✦ Every box curated with care ◆
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The Fifth Orchard

Stone Apple / Bael

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Stone Apple – The Sacred Flamefruit

Frequency: Solar Plexus & Root Chakra
Origin: India / Sri Lanka / Bangladesh
Taste Profile: Sticky Toffee Pudding / Caramelised Citrus / Peachy Nectar / Smoky Date
Availability: All Year Round

Energetic Properties:
Grounds the body while activating deep inner will
Carries the frequency of discipline, devotion and purification
Strengthens digestive fire while calming emotional residue

Physical Benefits:
Rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, iron and dietary fibre
Supports digestion, immunity and gut cleansing
Used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to purify the blood and balance vata-pitta energies

Also known as Bael, Bilva or Beli, the Stone Apple has been revered across Sri Lanka, India and Southeast Asia for over 3,000 years. Its presence in ancient temples and scriptures links it to Lord Shiva, where the bael tree and its fruits are considered sacred offerings, symbols of balance and divine will.

Medium-sized and almost spherical, the fruit is encased in a hard green-grey shell that must be cracked open like sacred armour. Inside lies a deep golden-orange pulp filled with fibrous segments and rich, fragrant sap. The aroma is unexpectedly floral, releasing soft notes of rose, lime and sun-dried fruit.

The taste is complex and grounding, earthy, tangy and faintly bitter with hints of sweet tamarind, caramel, toffee, date, smoky citrus and spiced wood. The flesh is sticky and resinous, a texture that invites slow presence as you eat. At its peak, it holds echoes of marmalade, caramel and incense all in one bite.

Traditionally eaten fresh or pressed into a cooling summer sherbet, the pulp is also used in Ayurvedic teas, chutneys and healing tonics. Roasted green bael is considered one of nature’s most powerful digestive restoratives and is widely used to rebalance the gut and nervous system.

Energetically, Stone Apple is a fruit of sacred discipline and subtle fire. It stimulates the Solar Plexus and anchors the Root, harmonising action with stillness. It helps burn through stagnation without force, purifies internal clutter, and calls the body back into sovereign alignment.

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Common Questions

Will my fruit be ripe when it arrives? +
Every box is packed daily and curated to include fruits at varying stages of ripeness. Some will be ready to eat immediately, while others may need 1–2 days at room temperature to reach their peak. This is intentional — it means you can enjoy your fruits over several days rather than all at once.
How long does delivery take? +
We receive shipments from all across the world every day of the week, so to assure for the best selection and finest quality, orders can take between 1–5 working days. If a specific delivery date is required, please leave a note at checkout.
Where do the fruits come from? +
We work with only Grade One Fruits. Our produce is sourced from all across the world and we work with both highly skilled elite growers and traditional farmers in remote tropical regions who have cleanly cultivated fruit for generations. We source from countries including Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, India, Australia, Costa Rica, Brazil, Ecuador, Italy and many more. We work with only the world's freshest and highest quality produce.
How will this benefit me? +
Eating fruit can literally change the direction of your life. It allows you to nourish your body with essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fibre and structured water while supporting energy, digestion, hydration and overall wellbeing. Consuming fresh, high quality fruit helps improve clarity, mindset, motivation and emotional balance, creating a stronger connection between the mind, body and soul.
Does my fruit come with instructions? +
Yes! All fruit comes with a QR code providing clear instructions and guidance regarding preparation, ripeness and everything else you need to know.
What if my fruit arrives damaged? +
Get in touch within 24 hours of receiving your delivery with photos of the affected item(s). We will always rectify any issues without delay, whether that's a replacement or a refund. Contact us at issues@thefifthorchard.co.uk or call us via telephone.
Do you supply businesses, hotels and events? +
Absolutely. We supply our incredible fruits to hotels, restaurants, gyms and schools. We also support events including weddings, celebrations and corporate occasions. Visit our Corporate Services or Events & Hire pages, or get in touch directly to discuss your requirements.