Caribbean fruit section:

Golden-apple, the properties :

Golden apple, Pomme cythere, (Spondias dulcis,) or whatever name you would be interested in calling it; it is a fruit like no other.

Tropical in nature, this gorgeous creation is high in fiber, vitamin c and iron. Golden apple is a tasty snack and can be eaten ripe or green. The fruit can be made into many different delicious recipes (stews, juices, soups, jelly’s or an everyday snack just by added salt, pepper or both to the green fruit.) 

When ripe it takes on a golden color and is fleshy sweet with a slightly sour taste. Eat with gusto, but be careful while nearing the end. The seed is prickly and to the unsuspecting can hurt. If eaten with care though, even the seed cannot spoil the juicy experience. The fiber content is good for controlling appetites (high fiber fills the body and makes you feel full, thus helping stop overeating). As a result it is a good food source in the battle against bulge. Fiber also helps against constipation and golden apple may help in lowering blood cholesterol levels.

High in vitamin c, which is needed for the formation of collagen (collagen is the core of tissues).

Helps out the cardiovascular system, is a great antioxidant and a wonderful fighter for the immune system.

The Golden apple is also a source of the mineral potassium, which helps in the proper functioning of tissues, cells and organs of the body and is an electrolyte. 

The tree itself grows rapidly (can get really tall) and has small white flowers. The fruits grow in clusters on branches and the tree thrives in tropical/subtropical conditions.

A refreshing fruit, golden apples are a must have in your bucket list.