Soursop Fruit

Latin Name: Annona muricata
Family: Herbaceus
Other names: Graviola, Guayano

culinary use

The fruit of soursop is extensively used in food industries for making icecream, candies, nectars, yoghurts, syrups, sherbets, canning, and for preparation of beverages.

Medicinal use

The seeds combat parasitic infections; the fruit is used for the treatment of arthritis, nervous disorders, and diarrhea; and the leaves are used to treat cystitis, headaches, insomnia, and cancer.

Other info

Nutrients: Vitamin C, Fiber and Sodium