What are Custard Apples?
The custard apple fruit, as mentioned above, is a very enjoyable fruit, that is relished by many people across the world. The fruit and the plant are named as ‘custard apple’, due to the fact that the internal flesh of the fruit resembles custard. The custard apple fruit can grow to a diameter of about 3 to 6 inches. The fruit has a heart like shape and changes from green to yellow as the fruit starts ripening. The fact that there are too many seeds with in the fruit tends to be a very annoying aspect for people who dearly love the fruit. On an average, there are about 50 to 76 seeds in one fruit. The fruit is a very rich source of food nutrition, such as sugar, calcium, carbohydrates and fiber. Where is the Custard Apple Tree Found? This tree is found in many regions and nations across the world. This tree prefers the tropical and sub-tropical climates. It is also found in many countries that have a monsoon type of climate. In regions like West Indies and the Indian sub-continent, the
