Mexico and Central America

Harvested in Florida from February through June.

Typical size is 2 to 6 inches in diameter. Flesh is light to dark brown or reddish-brown, smooth to grainy, juicy with a sweet flavor.

Allow fruit to ripen at room temperature about five to nine days until slightly soft. Best eaten fresh or may be refrigerated one to three days.

Use fresh and in desserts.

Source of vitamin C, calcium and phosphorus.