ECUADOR
Dragon
fruit
Pitahaya or Dragon fruit, obtained from organic crops in Calceta , Manabí, Ecuador.
Altitude: 35 meters above sea level
Humidity: 80%-100%
Organic
Hylocereus Undatus
- Description
Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit; the pitahaya is a crop free of the use of pesticides. The fruit contains vitamin C and has digestive and anti-inflammatory properties. It is recommended to improve the immune system and increase the body’s defenses, it also helps in the formation of tissues, bones, red blood cells and collagen. It also reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and even cancer. You can consume your raw pulp or make salads, yogurt, jams, icecream.
Description
Dragonfruit has a red skin, has bracts (leaves) instead of spines, and its pulp is white or red with small black seeds.
Applications
Eaten fresh, dehydrated, lyophilized, freeze dried, powdered.
Organoleptic, physicochemical and microbiological specifications
Shape Oval-shaped berry 6 to 12 cm in diameter (usually) Skin Fleshy epidermis with triangular waxy-looking yellow or red bracts Translucent white or red pulp with small black seeds
ECUADOR
BENEFITS OF
DRAGON FRUIT
Boosts Immune System
Dragon fruit’s high supply of vitamin C and carotenoids have immune-boosting properties
Source of Nutrients
It is a low calorie food yet it’s packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Additionally, it’s rich in iron and magnesium.
Helps Iron Levels
Dragon fruit is one of the few fruits that contains iron. This is what helps transporting oxygen throughout your body. Iron with vitamin C results in an improved absorption of iron.
Healthy Gut
Dragon fruit is a healthy fruit for diabetics. When consumed with yogurt or rice, it helps cur the sugar levels in the body.
Packaging
Tag: Contains information on, Product name, lot number, manufacturer and address, country of origin, storage conditions.
Net Weight: 4 kg
Primary Packaging: Single wall export carton packed with 4 Kg of Dragonfruit.
Transport
The product is transported in a container with the capacity to keep the fruit frozen at room temperature. Type of container is closed, clean and refrigerated.
Storage
Should be stored on platforms elevated from the ground; in a ventilated, cool and dry place at 18°C. Do not expose to high temperatures (> 20°C). Keep away from strong odors and protected from direct light..
Duration
Shelf Life (Cut Fruits) 1 Month.
Consumption
Ready-to-eat product. It can be consumed directly as an appetizer or used as an ingredient in preparations such as salads, desserts, cocktails, among others.
Ecuador
Our Dragon Fruit Quality
We only produce Large , Extra Large and Jumbo fruit, and ship only caliber 32-34.
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Address
Calceta Manabí - Ecuador
info@dragonflyfarmsecuador.com
Phone
(+593) 99 923 4277