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In Bhutan according to the Dzongkha language, this fruit is called “JAGA CHUUP” and in Tsanglakha, it is popularly called “TOLONG MAR SEY”. This fruit belongs to the family of “Passifloraceae” and is considered one of the oldest fruit grown for centuries. It is native to Brazil and India.
The passion fruits being grown in Bhutan are mostly of local varieties of two types Purple type and Yellow type. The majority of Bhutanese farmers commonly grow the purple type at the altitude range of 900 to 2000 m above mean sea level. However, yellow types are usually grown below 1000 m.
Due to its unique, intense, aromatic flavor characteristics, passion fruit is a “natural” ingredient for juice blends, ice creams, cakes, and pies. There are 97 calories in 100 grams (3.5 ounces) of the passion fruit. Passion fruit is a good source of nutrients, especially fiber, vitamin A, vitamins B, and vitamin C, and consists of 97 calories in 100 grams of fruits.
Health Benefits of Passion Fruits:
- Promotes intestinal health
- Cardiovascular benefits
- Helps in treating insomnia
- Excellent diet for weight loss
- Helps in reducing anxiety
- A good source of antioxidants
- Contains iron which relieves anemia
- Controls the blood pressure
- Improves blood circulation
- Improves the eye health
Owing to these incredible benefits and importance, starting this year, the BHUTAN SEEDLINGS had started to venture towards the mass production and supply of Bhutanese local passion fruit saplings to the passion fruits enthusiasts.
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