Description
Soursop is the fruit of Annona muricata, a broadleaf, flowering,
evergreen tree.It is grown in some areas of Southeast Asia, as well
as in some Pacific islands.
The flavour of the fruit has been described as a combination
of strawberry and pineapple, with sour citrus flavour notes
contrasting with an underlying creamy flavour reminiscent of
coconut or banana.
The plant is grown as a commercial crop for its *0–*0 cm
(7.9–*2 in) long, prickly, green fruit. which can have a mass
of up to *5 lb (6.8 kg), making it probably the second
biggest annona after the junglesop.
The flesh of the fruit consists of an edible, white pulp, some
fiber, and a core of indigestible, black seeds. The species is the
only member of its genus suitable for processing and preservation.
The sweet pulp is used to make juice, as well as candies, sorbets,
and ice cream flavorings.
Nutritionally, the fruit is high in carbohydrates, particularly
fructose.The fruit also contains significant amounts of Vitamin C,
Vitamin B1 and Vitamin B2.
Preliminary In Vitro laboratory research suggests that Graviola may
have potential to treat some infections.
