Apple - Green Rose
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Country of Origin: Southeast Asia
Average Weight: 140 Grams
Introduction
Rose apples belong to the genus of Syzygium and are originated from Southeast Asia. The most common species of rose apple is Syzygium jambos which has been introduced in many areas both as a fruit and ornamental tree. Rose apples are very similar to guavas in appearance and many people unfamiliar with them may mistake them for a guava on sight. Check out the Red Rose Apple too.
History
The Green Rose Apple, also known as Chomphu in Thai or Jambu in Malay, originated in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Historically, it was often enjoyed by royalty and esteemed for its refreshing taste, earning it the title of "rose apple" due to its resemblance to a small rose when sliced.
Regions
While the Green Rose Apple originated in Southeast Asia, it is now cultivated in various tropical regions around the world, including parts of South America, Africa, and the Caribbean. Thailand and Malaysia remain prominent producers of this exotic fruit.
Flavours & Texture
Rose apples are light and crunchy with an initially sweet, fruity flavour followed by floral notes of rose. Their taste is similar to apple but their flesh is softer than apple and it has a strong rose aroma.
Green Rose Apple has a light, crisp, juicy flesh and subtly sweet flavour profile. Its texture is reminiscent of biting into a refreshing cucumber, with a floral, rose-like aroma. It's flavour is often described as a combination of pear and watermelon with floral undertones.
Preparation
You can cut in half or in slices and eat it raw, in fruit salad, in your smoothies or you can make a juice. Their skin is edible and there is no need to peel them.
Nutritional Value
Rose apples are very low in calories and they nearly contain fat. The low caloric content makes them an ideal snack.
Calories per 100 g |
25 kcal |
Fat |
0.3 g |
Carbohydrate |
5.7 g |
Protein |
0.6 g |
Calcium |
29 mg |
Iron |
0.07 mg |
Potassium |
123 mg |
SHIPPING
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England - £6.95
Scotland - £9.95
Northern Ireland - £9.95
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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:- 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.