Sourced from: Manipur
Local Name: Kiwi

Kiwis are a nutrient dense food and low in calories. The fruit is known for presence of antioxidants, fibre, vitamins and immunity boosters. It is slightly acidic in taste. Raw kiwis are high in vitamins C and K. The black seeds inside the kiwifruit can be crushed to produce Kiwi fruit oil which is very rich in Alfa-Linoleic Acid, an important Omega-3 essential fatty acid. Kiwi fruits are useful in improving conditions of asthmatic children and in decreasing the probability of colon cancer by providing a good amount of dietary fibre. Kiwifruit ripens during September to December depending upon variety and climate. The berries are harvested when they are still hard and generally ready for harvest in between 125-150 days after fruit set.