Karonda scientifically, known as carissa carandas is an evergreen shrub that was originated in Himalayas thus making it an indigenous crop.

It is extensively cultivated along the northern mountains and Western ghats in India and also in countries like Nepal,Sri Lanka, China, US, Brazil and southeast Asian countries.

Fruit is called as kilakkai in Tamil language

The fruit is a berry, Unripe ones have a sour taste, greenish white in colour and  after ripening turns into dark red or published with the delicious sweet flavour.

Health benefits

1. Relieves Abdominal pain:
High fibre content in the fruit helps in in relieving abdominal problems relaxes the stomach tissues cures indigestion, gas and bloating.

2. Reduces fever:
As an excessive amount of Vitamin-C and antioxidants is present in the fruit it plays a vital role in reducing fever.

3. Strengthens cardiac muscles:
Karonda juice is best for cardiac health. Taking a glass of of fruit juice two or three times in a week will lower the risk of heart attack, hypertension and ensure proper blood circulation to all organs of the body

4. Treats Inflammation:
Being anti-inflammatory nature consuming the fruit can help preventing the development of of toxic agents in the body

5. Prevents Skin health:
Fruit helps in preventing skin infections and diseases as it contains wide variety of flavonoids steroids phytonutrients that provide it with anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-fungal properties consuming dried or by preparing juice can prevent fungal and bacterial infections associated with skin and can also manage skin disorders like is Eczema and psoriasis

Side effects

Over consumption can cause stomach cramps, diarrhoea, vomiting and fast breathing.