Graviola – the spiky tropical fruit

Graviola (Annona muricata), also known as soursop, is a tree that grows naturally in Central America, the West Indies, and tropical parts of Africa.

A spiky, exotic fruit

The fruit is large, green, and spiky on the outside, with a white, creamy pulp often described as tasting like a mix of pineapple and strawberry with a slightly sour note.

Historical use

The fruit, leaves, and bark have long been used in local traditional medicine in the areas where the tree grows, particularly in Central America and the Caribbean.

What graviola contains

Graviola contains calcium, zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium, as well as the antioxidant Coenzyme Q10.

Good to know

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not use graviola, as certain substances in the fruit have traditionally been avoided during pregnancy.

Use

Dried and ground into powder, graviola is often mixed into smoothies or other beverages.