Lucuma is a native fruit os Peru. It grows in the inter-Andean valleys up to 2500 meters above sea level. It is a fruit rich in fiber, iron and carotene. Therefore, it is a highly energetic food. If you want to try lucuma, you can prepare delicious ice cream, desserts, cocktails and endless presentations. It has a thin, green skin and its flesh is yellow-orange; You will be agree in the very sweet flavor and a mild aroma. In addition, its peculiar flavor is very difficult to imitate artificially. Consequently, it is very appreciated for people.

You must to know that lucuma is also known like “Gold of Incas”. if you visit Peru, you will find that the regions with the highest production index are: Lima, Cajamarca, La Libertad, Huancavelica and Ayacucho. Come on, you can visit them!

BENEFITS

• Few people know that lucuma is recommended against depression. Because of its high content of niacin. It is a substance better known as vitamin B3, which collaborates very effectively in the metabolism of proteins and in the process of producing body energy. If you consume lucuma, you will stimulates the proper functioning of the nervous system and it acts as an extraordinary energizer in your benefit.
• Niacin, present in this fruit, helps you to reduce the level of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood.
• Carotene acts as an antioxidant, as a result, it helps you to reduce the effects of aging.

PRESENTATIONS

For trade business, lucuma is processed as flour or powder. To obtain the powder, a dehydration process is carried out and then ground. It is very convenient. In other words, you get a product that can be stored with a shelf life of up to 2 years. Lucuma powder does not lose its properties, however you have to protect it against humidity. In StandPeru we can offer you it with organic certification or like conventional product. Also we have available these presentations:

• In bulk, in 5kg and 10kg bags, in 20kg cardboard boxes.
• In Doy Pack or Stand Up bags of 250grs or at the customer’s request.