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.