The seeds of the "maya fruit" are long and oval in shape, resembling a eggplant. The lower half is a hard, dark brown or black seed kernel, while the upper half is a waxy pseudocarp, which is typically light yellow to brown in color.
The kernel is hard, and the wax-like part is relatively tough.
Craft use: It can be used for carving, taking advantage of the natural color difference between the core and the seed, to carve figures, animals, seals, and complex scenes and stories. It can also be made into beads and necklaces, combining beauty with auspicious meanings.
In Buddhist culture, it holds a special status and is often made into prayer beads for meditation; in folk beliefs, it is believed to protect the wearer.