Native Range: | Tropical America |
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Season: | Harvested in Florida all year. |
Description: | Typical size is 4 to 14 inches long. Flesh is yellow to dark reddish-orange, aromatic and juicy with a pleasant, sweet flavor. |
Handling and Storage: | Allow to ripen at room temperature until soft. Best eaten fresh or may be refrigerated up to seven days. |
Uses: | Use fresh and in fruit salads, desserts and sauces. |
Nutrition Information: | Good source of vitamins A and C and potassium. |