Custard Apple – VNR Madhur

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Custard Apple – VNR Madhur > Characteristics

Custard Apple – VNR Madhur > Botanical Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Family: Annonaceae
Genus: Annona
Botanical name: Annona Squamosa
Native: Indian Subcontinent, adjoining regions of Southeast Asia, China and Queensland

Custard Apple – VNR Madhur > Physical Features

Mature fruits weight – 300 gm- 900 gm
Large, flat eyes
The creamy white color flesh is juicy
Sweetness / TSS – 22-24%
Pulp percentage – 64-65 %
Soft pulp (Less grains)
Seed percentage – 4 -5 %
Skin Percentage – 25-30%
Small seed
Fruiting 3rd year

Custard Apple – VNR Madhur >Health Benefits

It is rich in potassium and magnesium, which help maintain healthy blood pressure and support overall cardiovascular health.
It contains Vitamin C and natural antioxidants, which help protect cells from oxidative stress and strengthen the immune system.
It contains annonaceous acetogenins, bioactive compounds that have demonstrated anti-cancer, anti-malarial, and antiparasitic potential in scientific studies.
It is ich in magnesium, which supports bone and joint health and may help reduce the risk of arthritis by promoting healthy muscle and joint function.

Source – Reena Nair and Vijay Agrawal, A Review on the Nutritional Quality and Medicinal Value of Custard Apple-An Under Utilised Crop of Madhya Pradesh, India, Int. J. Curr. Microbiol. App. Sci (2017) 6(9): 1126-1132