General Description/History

Native to Brazil, this tropical relative of the custard apple has a yellowish, heart-shape fruit with pronounced scales similar to the cherimoya. It has acidic, creamy flesh reputedly reminiscent of lemon meringue pie.

Season: Summer,Autumn,Winter,Spring

Botanical Name: Rollinia deliciosa

Alternative Names: biriba, countess’ fruit, South American custard apple

Availablity: February,March,July,August,September

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