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Soursop
Inventory, lb : 0
This item was last sold on : 05/21/22
Description/Taste
Soursops grow on evergreen trees that reach up to 9 meters tall with large, glossy, green leaves. The fruit are irregularly shaped ranging from oval to heart or kidney-shaped and are covered in small spiny protrusions. Soursops are considerably large, averaging 10 to 30 centimeters long and weighing up to 15 pounds. As the fruit matures, the dark green, leathery skin becomes a pale green and will yield to slight pressure. The inner pulp is cream-colored and separates easily into fibrous, juicy segments that contain shiny, oval-shaped, inedible black seeds. Soursops have a tropical aroma with a flavor that is reminiscent of pineapple, strawberry, coconut and banana.
Seasons/Availability
Soursops are available year-round, with peak seasons from winter to late fall in various regions of the tropics.
Current Facts
Soursops are a tropical fruit, botanically classified as Annona muricata and are close relatives of the cherimoya, atemoya and custard apple. They are also commonly referred to as Graviola or Guanabana. There are many varieties of Soursop, with 14 different types cataloged on the island of Puerto Rico alone. They are categorized by acidity, shape, and flesh consistency. Natural compounds found within the flesh, bark and leaves of the Soursop have been linked to fighting certain cancers.
Nutritional Value
Soursops are a good source of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamins B-complex and C, as well as iron. Certain fatty compounds called acetogenins, particularly annonacin, have been studied for their cancer fighting properties.
Applications
Soursops are most often eaten raw, either scooped straight from the skin or perhaps in the form of a puree. The fruit is ideal for processing and preservation and often made into a sweet beverage. The pulp is pushed through a sieve or cheesecloth and the resulting juice is mixed with milk or water and sweetened. The juice can be used to make ice creams, sorbets, mousse, or custards; it also makes a nice cocktail when mixed with alcohol. The pulp can be frozen and eaten or used to create jellies, syrups or nectar.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
All parts of the Soursop fruit and tree have been used for centuries by medicine men and native Indians in South America to treat ailments such as heart disease, asthma, liver problems and arthritis.
Geography/History
Early evidence traces the Soursop's history to the West Indies as well as the northern portion of South America. Today they can be found growing in tropical climates around the world, notably in Florida, Bermuda, the Bahamas, Mexico, Central America, Peru, Argentina, Australia, parts of China and Africa and many of the South Pacific islands. In 1951 a Professor in Puerto Rico who was encouraging the development of the Soursop told a professor of agriculture in the United States that he wanted to adopt a different name for the fruit in the US. He didn’t think the name was very appealing and was concerned its alias, Guanabana, was too difficult to pronounce. To this day, a better name has not been found.
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Sasoun Produce
Near West Hollywood, California, United StatesAbout 2 days ago, 5/21/22 
Foodtown
Near Davie, Florida, United StatesAbout 10 days ago, 5/13/22 
Whole Foods Market
Near Miami, Florida, United StatesAbout 11 days ago, 5/13/22 
My Exotic Fruit
My Exotic Fruit
Near Basildon, England, United KingdomUnit 14, Oakland's Farm Estate, Goatsmoor Lane, Stock, Essex, CM49RS 0-127-780-9810 https://www.myexoticfruit.com About 11 days ago, 5/13/22 Sharer's comments : Fresh and frozen soursop pulp in 1kg vacuum bags available at My Exotic Fruit, Stock nr Ingatestone, Essex, England, CM49RS. Perfect for making your own healthy pure soursop juice at home! www.myexoticfruit.com 
My Exotic Fruit
My Exotic Fruit
Near Basildon, England, United KingdomUnit 14, Oaklands Farm Estate, Goatsmoor Lane, Stock, Essex, CM49RS 0-127-780-9810 https://www.myexoticfruit.com About 11 days ago, 5/13/22 Sharer's comments : Fresh, perfectly ripe fresh soursop from Saint Lucia at My Exotic Fruit, Stock nr Ingatestone, Essex, England. www.myexoticfruit.com 
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Near Basildon, England, United KingdomUnit 14, Oaklands Farm Estate, Goatsmoor Lane, Stock, Essex, CM49RS 0-127-780-9810 https://www.myexoticfruit.com About 26 days ago, 4/27/22 Sharer's comments : Fresh soursop from the Dominican Republic . We receive weekly shipments of soursop here at My Exotic Fruit in Billericay, Essex. www.myexoticfruit.com 
superindo depok town centre
Near Depok, Jawa Barat, IndonesiaAbout 38 days ago, 4/15/22 Sharer's comments : sirsak 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 64 days ago, 3/20/22 Sharer's comments : Soursop 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 81 days ago, 3/03/22 Sharer's comments : Soursop back in stock! 
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Geylang Serai Market
Near Marina Ctr Ter, SingaporeAbout 90 days ago, 2/22/22 
Milam's Market
Near Coral Gables, Florida, United StatesAbout 114 days ago, 1/29/22 
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Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 hancock st SD CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 118 days ago, 1/25/22 Sharer's comments : Soursop at Specialty Produce 
superindo cinere raya
Near Ciputat, Banten, IndonesiaAbout 145 days ago, 12/29/21 Sharer's comments : sirsak 
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Near Jakarta, Jakarta Capital Region, IndonesiaAbout 161 days ago, 12/14/21 Sharer's comments : sirsak 
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My Exotic Fruit
Near Basildon, England, United KingdomUnit 14, Oaklands Farm Estate, Goatsmoor Lane, Stock, Essex, CM49RS 0-127-780-9810 https://www.myexoticfruit.com About 234 days ago, 10/01/21 Sharer's comments : 100% pure Soursop fruit made in Sri Lanka from mature semi-ripe Soursop fruits. Add to food or use to make juices and smoothies. Lightly sweet 
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SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 241 days ago, 9/24/21 Sharer's comments : Soursop from Miami fruit 
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SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 347 days ago, 6/10/21 Sharer's comments : Soursop 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 374 days ago, 5/14/21 Sharer's comments : Soursop 
Sasoun Produce
Near West Hollywood, California, United StatesAbout 380 days ago, 5/08/21 Sharer's comments : Nice Soursops 
Sasoun Produce
Near West Hollywood, California, United StatesAbout 409 days ago, 4/09/21 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 430 days ago, 3/19/21 Sharer's comments : Soursop 
Total Buah Segar
Near Ciputat, Banten, IndonesiaAbout 440 days ago, 3/09/21 Sharer's comments : sirsak 
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 474 days ago, 2/03/21 Sharer's comments : Soursop 
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SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 480 days ago, 1/28/21 Sharer's comments : Delicious soursop 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 507 days ago, 1/02/21 Sharer's comments : Soursop shipped in from Miami Fruit! |
