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Rose Apple Fruit

Common names: Rose apple (general Name), jambosier (in French) plum rose or Malabar plum (in English).

Origin: East Indies and Malaya. It is also cultivated and naturalized in many parts of India, Ceylon, former Indochina and the Pacific Islands.

Scientific Name:Syzygium jambos


rose appleIntroduction of Rose Apple :

Appearance: The rose apple tree may be merely a shrub but is generally a tree reaching 25 or even 40 ft (7.5-12 m) in height, and has a dense crown of slender, wide-spreading branches, often the overall width exceeding the height. The flowers are creamy-white or greenish-white, 2 to 4 in (5-10 cm) wide, consisting mostly of about 300 conspicuous stamens to 1 1/2 in (4 cm) long, a 4-lobed calyx, and 4 greenish-white, concave petals. There are usually 4 or 5 flowers together in terminal cluster. The fruit is nearly round, oval, or slightly pear-shaped, 1 1/2 to 2 in (4-5 cm) long, with smooth, thin, pale-yellow or whitish skin, sometimes pink-blushed, covering a crisp, mealy, dry to juicy layer of yellowish flesh, sweet and resembling the scent of a rose in flavor.
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rose appleNutrition Value in Rose Apple :

Minerals
protein 0.5-0.7 g
fat 0.2-0.3 g
iron 0.45-1.2 mg
calcium 29-45.2 mg
carbohydrate 14.2 g
Fiber 1.1-1.9 g
calories 56

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rose appleHealth Benefits of Rose Apple:

Rose apple is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, C, E, and K, as well as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. It is also high in dietary fiber, which can help to regulate digestion and keep your bowels regular.

Rose apple is also believed to have some medicinal properties. It has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic effects. It is also believed to have antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties, which can help to boost the immune system and protect against infections.

Rose apple can also be beneficial for your heart health. It is high in polyphenols, which are compounds found in plants that have antioxidant properties. These polyphenols can help to reduce inflammation in the body and protect against oxidative stress, which can damage blood vessels and lead to heart disease.

Rose apple is also thought to be good for your skin. It is high in vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant that can help to reduce the signs of aging, such as wrinkles and age spots. Vitamin C can also help to fight off free radicals, which are molecules that can damage skin cells and accelerate the aging process.

Rose apple is also a good source of dietary fiber, which can help to keep your blood sugar levels in check. Fiber can help to slow the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream, which can help to prevent spikes in blood sugar. This can be beneficial for those with diabetes, as it can help to keep their blood sugar levels under control.

In conclusion, rose apple is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, which can provide a range of health benefits. It has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic effects. It is also believed to have antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties, which can help to boost the immune system and protect against infections. Additionally, it is high in polyphenols, which can help to reduce inflammation in the body and protect against oxidative stress. Finally, it is a good source of dietary fiber, which can help to keep your blood sugar levels in check. All of these benefits make rose apple a great choice for anyone looking to improve their overall health.


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rose appleRose Apple Facts:

  • Rose apples bruise easily and are highly perishable.
  • The fruit is non-climacteric.
  • Rose apples are mostly eaten out-of-hand by children.
  • The rose apple trees bloom and fruit sporadically nearly all year, though somewhat less in summer than at other times.
  • A mature rose apple tree will yield 5 lbs (2 kg) of fruit each season. The fruits are, of course, very light in weight because they are hollow, but this is a very small return for a tree that occupies so much space. The fruiting period varies in different parts of India.
  • Leaves were used in the perfume industry.
    Rose Apple good for brain and Liver:
  • The fruit is regarded as a tonic for the brain and liver. An infusion of the fruit acts as a diuretic. A sweetened preparation of the flowers is believed to reduce fever.

  • The leaf decoction is applied to sore eyes, also serves as a diuretic and expectorant and treatment for rheumatism.

  • The juice of macerated leaves is taken as a febrifuge. Powdered leaves have been rubbed on the bodies of smallpox patients for the cooling effect.
    Rose Apple arrests Diabetes, Asthma and Dysentery:
  • The seeds are employed against diarrhea, dysentery and catarrh.

  • It has been claimed that an infusion of roasted, powdered seeds is beneficial to diabetics. The seeds have an anesthetic property.

  • The decoction is administered to relieve asthma, bronchitis and hoarseness.
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rose apple How to buy fresh Rose Apple?

  • Select firm, bruise-free rose apples.  The color can be anything from dark green, to yellow, pink, orange, bright red, dark red or even a combination.  It all depends on the variety.  And color is not really how you tell when a rose apple is ripe. They should be crisp and firm.

  • The key will be to ask the farmer which is ripe.  He will know because it is calculated from the number of days since the trees flowered.  And he will track that date carefully, if he's a good apple grower!

  • Rose Apples ripen from the outside of the tree towards the center, so the rose apples out the outside of the tree will ripen first. Picking rose apples directly from a tree is easy.

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