Acerola

Description

Also known as West Indian Cherry. Small red fruit with a tart flavor, extremely fragile. One of the highest natural sources of Vitamin C.

Benefits

Extraordinary Vitamin C content: just two berries meet daily needs. Boosts immunity, collagen production, and fights fatigue. Low calorie (32 kcal/100g).

History and Origins

Acerola originated in the Antilles and Central America but adapted perfectly to Brazil, arriving in the 1950s. Brazil is now the world's largest producer. It gained global fame as a natural Vitamin C supplement.

Fun Facts

Acerola can have up to 100 times more Vitamin C than an orange! The ripe fruit is slightly sweet, but the green one is super tart. In Brazil, Acerola juice is a daily staple.

What are the varieties of Acerola?

Varieties: Olivier (high yield), Junco (large fruits), Cabocla (sweeter), and White Flower (rare, pale pulp).

Nutritional Values per 100g of Acerola

Harvest Months