Cherimoya (Custard Apple)

The cherimoya is the fruit of the species Annona cherimola, which is thought to be native to Ecuador, Colombia, Peru and Bolivia. Today, cherimoya is grown throughout the world, with  Spain as the major producer. 

It is a heart shaped fruit with smooth light green skin and fingerprint-like markings. The creamy texture of the flesh and its delicious sweet flavor, which tastes like a combination of banana, pineapple and strawberry, gives the fruit its secondary name, custard apple.  

A single, medium-sized cherimoya fruit contains 30 milligrams of vitamin C, providing about 35% of the daily recommended intake. Furthermore, one medium cherimoya provides a whopping 5 grams of dietary fibre, amounting to about 90% of the recommended amount! 

Country of Origin: Spain

Nutrition facts: Great Source of Vitamin-C, Vitamin A, Antioxidants and Mineral such as potassium, magnesium, copper, fiber and phosphorus.

Health Benefits:
– Good for heart, skin and bone
– Aids in maintaining blood pressure
– Curing boils, ulcers and gum related problems
– Boosts immune system
– Aids in digestion
– Improves anemic conditions
– Reduce symptoms of rheumatism and arthritis