Canistel
Native Range: | Central America and northern South America |
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Season: | Harvested in Florida December to March. |
Description: | Typical size is 3 to 5 inches in diameter. Flesh is yellow to yellow-orange, creamy and sweet. |
Handling and Storage: | Allow to ripen at room temperature until soft, about three to 10 days. Best eaten fresh or may be refrigerated one to two days. |
Uses: | Use fresh and in ice cream and desserts. |
Nutrition Information: | Good source of vitamin A and niacin. Fair source of vitamin C, calcium iron and phosphorus. |
