| Scientific Name |
Ziziphus mauritiana |
| Common Names |
Indian jujube, ber, jujube, Chinese date |
| Family |
Rhamnaceae |
| Fruit Shape |
Oval to round |
| Fruit Color |
Green when unripe, turning red, brown, or black when ripe |
| Fruit Size |
Varies, typically 1-2 inches in diameter |
| Skin Texture |
Smooth, sometimes wrinkled |
| Flesh Color |
White to yellowish-brown |
| Taste |
Sweet and slightly tart, with a chewy texture |
| Seed |
Single, hard seed in the center of the fruit |
| Tree Height |
Can grow up to 30 feet tall |
| Leaf Shape |
Oval to ovate, with serrated edges |
| Leaf Color |
Green |
| Flower Color |
Small, yellow-green |
| Seasonal Availability |
Typically available from late summer to early winter |
| Native Region |
Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia |
| Caloric Content |
Approximately 70-80 calories per 100 grams |
| Nutritional Benefits |
Rich in antioxidants, vitamins (especially vitamin C) |
