Guava, the apple of tropics, is one of the most common fruits in India. The tree is a small plant but quite hard in nature that can grow up to 7–10 m high. The major guava-producing countries are India, Pakistan, China, Thailand, Brazil, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Philippines and Mexico.

Appearance – Large
Fruit shape – Roundish or Ovate
Colour – Primrose, yelllow
Flesh colour – White
Flesh taste – Sweet
Uses – Jam, jelly, juice, preserves and necta etc.
Health benefits – For the treatment of fever, cough, dysentery, gum problems, constipation, diarrhoea etc.