Passionfruit Granadilla only has a unique variety that is known as yellow. However, the fruit itself has a large genetic variability in their internal number of seeds, pulp quality and shell thickness characteristics; and its external characteristics there is variability in shell color which can be yellow, orange precocious and fruit shape that can be round or ovoid.

Passion Fruit – Granadilla is grown in the Andean region at elevations between 1.800 meters and 2.400 meters above sea level, where the temperature ranges from 18 ° C to 26 ° C and a rainfall of 1,200 mm. /year.

Passion fruit – Granadilla is important in the human body because:

• Vitamin A content is contributing to the functioning of vision, skin, hair, mucous membranes, bones and immune system
• It has lots of Vitamin C, which helps the formation of collagen, bones, teeth and red blood cells, also favoring the absorption of iron from food and resistance to infections
• Largely contains potassium, phosphorus and magnesium consumption required for nerve impulses, muscle activity and energy metabolism

Passion fruit – Granadilla is a fruit that is coveted for its organoleptic properties of flavor and color, also by:

• Its high nutritional value
• Its high content of phosphorus and niacin
• Its medicinal properties, it is a hypoallergenic and laxative fruit
• Stabilizes nerves
• It is natural tranquilizer or sedatives
• It is stimulating digestive
• Controls the acidity
• It helps healing ulcers
• Rich in vitamins
• Rich in natural antioxidants
• It helps prevent heart disease
• It helps prevent cancer-associated risks
• Passion fruit- Granadilla leaf is used to combat erysipelas and is also used to combat gout, common fever, hernias and yellow fever, among other uses
• High fiber
• It is known as the “children’s fruit” because it activates the thymus of infants and helps them grow. Cough suppressant and is very useful to combat diarrhea and cramps, and serves as a treatment for worms

Passion fruit – Granadilla can be consumed in the following ways:

• Fresh fruit
• Salads
• Tropical juices
• Jams
• Gelatines
• Soufles
• Sauces
• Cocktails
• Ice cream
• Yogurt

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