Properties of Cherimoya
Author: Ann Brown
The cherimoya is a subtropical fruit, semicaducifalia.
Its natural growth and fruiting are optimal when the average annual temperature is between 14 º C and 24 º C. The requirement is that climate is cool, relatively dry, with little temperature fluctuations. Chile cherimoya is grown in subtropical valleys of the fourth and fifth regions.
Features
The cherimoya is a heart-shaped fruit, green skin with white flesh, creamy, aromatic and very tasty. It is considered one of the finest tropical fruits .
Main components
The cherimoya is rich in vitamin C, glucose, phosphorus, iron and calcium. Also interesting is its zero cholesterol and low fat levels.
Chemical composition of Cherimoya
265 kilojoules
62 kilocalories
Protein 1.5 – gr
Fat 0,3 – g
H. Carbon – 13.4 gr
Calcium 20 – µgrs
Mineral fiber – 0,8 gr
Iron (Fe) – 0.65 µgrs
Water – 74.1 g
Phosphorus (P) – 30 µgrs
Vitamin B1 – 90 µgr
Vitamin B2 – 110 µgr
Vitamin B3 – 1100 µgr
Vitamin C – 14 mgr
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