Description
The Garcima nectarine are originated from China but mutated here in Spain. This vriety of nectarine stands out to be of an early maturation and flowering, besides having an intense red colour and a bright skin. The Garcima nectarines grow well in Mediterranean soils due to their needs of sun exposure and temperate temperature which are even higher for their flowering and maturation in the region of Murcia from where goes out a major percentage of their production. Among their numerous benefits stand out its high level of antioxidants and vitamins, especially the ones from the group B. It also contains a lot of fiber, helping he intestinal transit. It contains high levels of folic acid for which it is recommended for pregnant women.
Principal nutrients
- Calories: 49
- Carbohydrates (g): 10
- Fiber (g): 2
- Potassium (mg): 170
- Magnessium (mg): 10
- Folic acid (mcg): 18
- Vitamin C (mg): 10
Physical charateristics
The Garcima nectarines are of circular shape, they present a firm pulp near to be crunchy. Its redness and their flavour are particularly sweet. The flesh is yellow and slightly orange-coloured.
Most frequent uses
The nectarine is perfect for meals, especially for kids considering their sweet flavour and their crunchy firmness make them a very flashy fruit. It can also be used to prepare very tasty juices o interesting jellies.
Oddities
The Garcima nectarine as an exfoliate agent: squeeze a nectarine and apply the juice on the damaged area.
