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The Allahabad guava (Allahabadi Safeda) is a popular variety known for its sweet, juicy, and fragrant fruit with white flesh, smooth skin, and few seeds. The tree is a medium-sized, hardy plant that grows up to 15–20 feet, with glossy green leaves and a spreading canopy. It is suitable for both fresh consumption and processing and thrives in tropical and subtropical climates.
Tree characteristics
- Size: Medium-sized, typically growing 15–20 feet tall.
- Leaves: Glossy and green.
- Canopy: Spreading and dense, often dome-shaped, providing ample shade.
- Trunk: Slender with a smooth, green to red-brown bark that peels off in thin flakes.
Fruit characteristics
- Appearance: Round to oval-shaped with smooth, greenish-yellow skin.
- Flesh: White, sweet, and juicy with a mild fragrance.
- Seeds: Contains fewer seeds compared to other varieties.
- Weight: Typically weighs around 180–250 grams.
- Flavor: Very sweet and palatable.
Growing conditions and care
- Climate: Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates.
- Soil: Prefers deep, well-drained loamy or sandy loam soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
- Sunlight: Requires direct sunlight but can tolerate low indirect light.
- Watering: Needs regular watering.
- Maintenance: Requires occasional pruning to maintain shape and promote fruit production.
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