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Introduction
Nutritive Values (per 100g edible portion )
Medicinal Values / Uses Ripe Fruit : Good source of energy; readily digestible fruit useful for feeding children suffering from diarrhea Useful for treatment z of gastro intestinaldisorders, constipation, arthritis, anemia and allergies. Unripe fruit : Useful for urinary tract disorders, obesity, and disorders of menstruation. Major Growing Areas All island except very high cultivations Nature of cultivation Large, medium,&small scale orchards and home gardens. Recommended Varieties
Harvesting & post-harvest technology Value Added Products Salads, chips, flour Economics & Marketing
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