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Introduction
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Nutritive Values
(per 100g edible portion)
| Protein | 1.8g |
| Fat | 0.3g |
| Carbohydrates | 31.8g |
| Calcium | 85.0mg |
| Phosphorus | 50.0mg |
| Iron | 0.6;mg |
| Carotene | 55.0mg |
| Thiamine | 0.13mg |
| Riboflavin | 1.19mg |
| Vit. C | 8.0mg |
Medicinal Values / Uses
Useful for the treatment of diarrhea as well
as constipation. Ripe fruit has a special laxative effect ; good source
of energy ; good for amoebiasis.
Major Growing Areas
Wet and intermediate zones
Nature of cultivation
Naturally grown and in home gardens.
Local Cultivars
Harvesting & post-harvest technology
Value Added Products
Beli cream, beli juice; candy
Availability
April - September