Artocarpus Heterophyllus In India
The jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) trees belong to the Moraceae family and grow in abundance in countries like India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and other countries in Southeast Asia. A jackfruit has a subtle sweet and fruity flavor, can weigh 3.5 kgs to 10 kgs on average, and grow as big as 25 kgs. Vegans and vegetarians often use this fruit as a meat substitute due to its texture, which is comparable to shredded meat. The Jackfruit tree is a good source of wood for timber industries. Also, many parts of the jackfruit tree may be used in the preparation of medicines. Jackfruit is yellowish-brown in color, and its exterior is composed of hexagonal apices. It is a medium-sized tree that can be grown in all seasons. The fruit is packed with numerous nutrients and vitamins, earning this giant fruit the title of superfood. Jackfruit contains phytochemicals like carotenoids, phenolic compounds, flavonoids, tannins, and sterols. These phytochemicals may show many properties. It may help as an antimicrobial agent,
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