WOOD APPLE: Limonia acidisima L.
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Introduction |
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Nutritive
Values
(per 100g edible portion)
| Energy |
134.0kcal |
| Protein |
7.1g |
| Fat | 3.7g |
| Carbohydrates |
18.1g |
| Calcium |
130.0mg |
| Phosphorus |
110.0mg |
| Iron |
61.0ug |
| Carotene |
40.0ug |
| Thiamine |
170.0ug |
| Vit .C |
3.0ug |
Medicinal
Values / Uses
Increases appetite
; facilitates digestion. Useful in renal diseases; has some antiseptic properties.
Root stock for grafting of citrus sp.
Major
Growing Areas
Dry zone ; scattered in the wet zone
Local Cultivars
Nature
of Cultivation
Mostly wild with few cultivations.
Harvesting & post-harvest technology
Value
Added Products
Jams, pulp, fruit bars
Availability
June - October