guwa

Guwa, also known as guave or guava, is a tropical fruit native to Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America. It is the fruit of several species of trees in the family Myrtaceae. Guava is a popular fruit due to its distinctive aroma, flavor, and nutritional value.

The fruit's appearance varies depending on the species, but it is typically round or oval in shape. The skin can be green, yellow, or pink, and the flesh can be white, pink, or red. The flesh contains numerous small, hard seeds, though some varieties are seedless. Guavas are known for their sweet and slightly tart taste, often described as a combination of pear, strawberry, and pineapple.

Guava is rich in vitamin C, often containing several times the amount found in oranges. It also provides dietary fiber, vitamin A, potassium, and antioxidants. Due to its high vitamin C content, it is considered beneficial for the immune system. The fiber content aids digestion.

The fruit can be eaten fresh, peeled or unpeeled. It is also commonly used in juices, jams, jellies, candies, and desserts. In some cultures, unripe guavas are used in savory dishes. The leaves of the guava tree have also been used in traditional medicine for their purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Commercial cultivation of guava is widespread in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.