Atis, fruit

#Atis

#fruit

Could you clarify what you mean by “atis, fruit”? Based on common usage,

you might be referring to:

Atis (Fruit) — Sugar Apple

• Scientific Name: Annona squamosa

• Common Names:

• Atis (Philippines)

• Sugar Apple or Sweetsop (English)

• Sitaphal (India)

• Anon (Caribbean/Spanish-speaking countries)

Description:

Appearance: Green, scaly skin with a segmented look.

• Inside: Soft, white, creamy flesh surrounding shiny black seeds.

• Taste: Sweet, custard-like, very fragrant.

• Texture: Soft, juicy, slightly grainy—similar to custard.

Growing Conditions:

• Climate: Tropical to subtropical

Tree: Small, bushy tree with low water needs

• Fruit Season: Often harvested in late summer to early fall depending on the region

Health Benefits:

• Rich in:

• Vitamin C

• B Vitamins (especially B6)

• Potassium and Magnesium

• Antioxidants: Help combat free radicals

• Fiber: Aids digestion

Would you like:

• Nutritional data?

• Recipes using atis?

• How to grow it?

• Or information on similar fruits like cherimoya or custard apple?

Let me know how you’d like to explore it further!