Is Jagua Fruit Edible? Exploring the Culinary Uses of Genipa Americana
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Indigenous peoples in Central and South America have used the jagua fruit, or Genipa americana, for centuries for both food and medicinal purposes. Despite its widespread fame for producing a natural, deep blue-black dye for body art, the ripe jagua fruit is indeed edible and has a variety of culinary applications. However, understanding the difference between the ripe and unripe fruit is crucial for safe consumption.
