Campomanesia pubescens

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Campomanesia pubescens

Common name:
Guabiroba

Local name:
 

Country:
Brazil

Food Group(s):
Fruit

Part of plant/stage of process:
pulp, peeled, raw

The guabiroba fruit is eaten fresh that has a juicy pulp and sour taste. It contains significant levels of calcium, iron, zinc, fibers, and has vitamin C content higher than the recommended levels set by WHO per 100g of fruit. In Latin America, it is typically prepared as sweets, ice cream, beverages, liquors, and flavorings in alcoholic distillates.