Costa Rican guava facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Costa Rican guava |
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Psidium
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friedrichsthalianum
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Psidium friedrichsthalianum, often called the Costa Rican guava or cas, is a special type of guava fruit. It is very popular in Costa Rica and other Central American countries. People love this fruit for its unique sour and refreshing taste.
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What is the Costa Rican Guava?
The Costa Rican guava, or cas, is a small, round fruit. It belongs to the same plant family as other guavas. This fruit is known for its tart flavor, which makes it perfect for drinks.
Where Does Cas Fruit Grow?
Cas fruit grows mostly in Costa Rica. You can also find it in Guatemala and Nicaragua. It is grown in many other parts of Central America too. Recently, people have started growing cas successfully in California. It can even grow from seeds in warmer, higher places.
How Do People Use Cas?
The cas fruit is most often used to make a delicious and refreshing drink. In Nicaragua, you might find it as "guava juice" or "fresco de guava." It is a favorite way to cool down on a hot day.
Making Fresco de Cas
In Costa Rica, people make a popular drink called fresco de Cas. To make it, they mix the cas fruit with sugar and water. Sometimes, they add a little cream to make the drink smoother. This creates a slightly sour, fruity drink that is very popular.
Who Described the Cas Fruit?
The cas fruit was officially described by a scientist named Otto Karl Berg. He wrote about this fruit in 1893. This helped people learn more about the plant and its uses.
See also
In Spanish: Cas para niños
