Guava

  • Crop

Guava is a tropical fruit-bearing tree known for its sweet and slightly tangy fruits. The fruits are often round or pear-shaped, with a green or yellow skin when ripe and a pink or white fleshy interior. Rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C, guavas are not only consumed fresh but also processed into juices, jams, and jellies.


Name

Guava

Description

Guava is a tropical fruit-bearing tree known for its sweet and slightly tangy fruits. The fruits are often round or pear-shaped, with a green or yellow skin when ripe and a pink or white fleshy interior. Rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C, guavas are not only consumed fresh but also processed into juices, jams, and jellies.

Types

Crop

Climate requirements

Being a tropical fruit, guava thrives in warm climates. It prefers well-distributed rainfall throughout the year but can also tolerate short dry spells

Major producing regions

Climate change impacts in South America
Climate change impacts across the African continent

Cover

Origin

South America

Scientific name

Psidium guajava

Uses

Medicinal
Cosmetic
Culinary