Flowering, Fruiting Behavior and Nutritional Quality of Guava

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Guava (Psidium guajava L) belonging to the family Myrtaceae, is believe to be the most important commercial fruit crops in Bangladesh. It is originated in tropical America (Mexico to Peru) but at present the major guava producing countries are the USA, Cuba, Taiwan, Mexico, Peru, China, Malaysia, India, Pakistan, Thailand and Bangladesh. It is one of the most popular fruit due to its comparative low price, high nutrient value, good taste and high health benefit than some other fruits. Sometimes guava is called "the apple of the tropics". The study was accompanied to observe the flowering, fruiting behavior and nutritional quality of guava germplasm suitable for coastal region of Bangladesh. Among the studied germplasm PG 01 and PG 02 have shown important pomological trait to be considered for further study, variety improvement and selection as new variety.