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Introduction

Granadilla (Passiflora ligularis) is a plant species in the genus Passiflora which is native to the Andes Mountains. It is an evergreen climbing shrub and the fruit is orange to yellow coloured with small light markings. In general, the fruits are small in terms of size and their shape is round with a tip ending in the stem. The fruits nowadays can be found in both tropical and subtropical regions.  

History

Granadilla is native to Andes Mountains and in many regions of South and Central America where it has been growing since ancient times. There were later introduced in the USA, in the Caribbean, and in Asia. 

Regions

The fruit is produced in many different countries around the globe. Large quantities are produced in Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, Colombia, Argentina, Venezuela, Paraguay, Ecuador, and Peru.

Flavours & Texture

Their taste has been described as sweet and sour but they are in general sweeter than passion fruit. Their flesh is gelatinous and watery with black edible seeds. 

Preparation

Granadilla can be consumed fresh out of hand. The brittle rind can be sliced or broken in half by hand, and the pulp can be scooped with a spoon and eaten raw. In addition, you can add it in your fruit salad, make juice or smoothies. 

Nutritional Value

Granadilla is low in calories, fat free, high in fiber and excellent source of vitamins and iron. 

Calories per 100 g

97 kcal

Fat

0 g

Carbohydrates

23 g

Fiber

10 g

Protein

2 g

Vitamin A

43 % of the RDI

Vitamin C

50 % of the RDI

Iron

20 % of the RDI

 

SHIPPING


Choose your desired delivery date at the checkout, available delivery dates will be displayed at checkout stage. All orders are dispatched via DHL on a 24hr Next Working Day service. If no date is selected your order will be dispatched at the next available date.

We offer Free Next Working Day Delivery on all orders over £75 including our selection boxes.

Our shipping rates are as follows:-
England - £6.95
Scotland - £9.95
Northern Ireland - £9.95

Customers are responsible for being present at the shipping address provided on the date selected at checkout. Exotic Fruits are not responsible for any missed or attempted deliveries that must be rearranged by the customer.

All orders are packed in cardboard boxes with a biodegradable packing pellets to protect the fruit during transit, unfortunately we do not offer a gift wrapping or send the fruit in a gift basket as this may cause toe bruise during transit..

RETURNS

Let's start by stating the obvious. ​Since our produce is perishable we cannot accept returns.​

​That said, we want every customer to be happy so we do offer vouchers, refunds and replacements at our sole discretion if your fruit has arrived inedible. If you would like to report an item which has become damaged or perished during transit, please:-

  • Take a photo of the inedible product
  • Put the product into your refrigerator
  • Send the photos to info@exoticfruits.co.uk, please include your order number in the subject
  • All requests must contact us within 24 hours of order receipt

We are not responsible for products that spoil if there is not someone to receive your delivery on the date that you request it, full tracking is provided and can be requested anytime after dispatch.

You can cancel your order anytime before dispatch, please contact 020 3633 8893 or info@exoticfruits.co.uk to cancel your order.

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