Passion Fruit:
Varieties: Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis), Yellow Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis f. flavicarpa), Panama Red (Passiflora edulis), Frederick (Passiflora edulis), Kavery (Passiflora edulis), among others.
Country of Origin: Passion fruit are mainly sourced from countries such as Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Kenya, and Vietnam, among others.
Seasonality: Passion fruit seasonality can vary depending on the region, but generally, the main season runs from late summer to early winter in tropical and subtropical climates. 247 Yield ensures year-round availability of Passion Fruit varieties by sourcing from different countries during different months of the year ensuring top quality and consistent supply year-round.
Quality: To ensure top-quality passion fruit, several key characteristics are checked: 1) Purple Passion Fruit and Panama Red varieties should have a wrinkled, dimpled appearance on the skin indicating ripeness; 2) For Yellow Passion Fruit, the skin should turn from green to yellow and feel slightly wrinkled; 3) The fruit should feel heavy for its size, indicating juiciness and freshness; 4) A pleasant, sweet aroma at the stem end is a sign of ripeness; 5) The skin should be free from blemishes, wrinkles, or mold spots.
Nutrition Value: Passion Fruit is a rich source of vitamins and antioxidants, containing high levels of vitamin C. Additionally, it is a good source of dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting a healthy gut. Passion Fruit is low in calories and rich in plant compounds such as carotenoids and polyphenols, which have antioxidant properties that help combat oxidative stress and inflammation. Furthermore, it contains small amounts of iron, potassium, and vitamin A, contributing to overall health and well-being. Adding passion fruit to one’s diet offers various health benefits and essential nutrients.