GREEN CHAYOTE

Common Name: Chayota, papa del moro, tayota

Variety: Chayote Verde

Scientific Name: Sechium Edule

Chayote is a fruit native from the New World; it was extensively cultivated by the Maya and Azteca Civilizations in Central America. In our days it has become a very important food supplement, its presence is indispensable in the big markets of the United States and Europe. Furthermore, the tender roots and sprouts of the vine plant are also used as food in many areas, mainly in the Americas. It is rich in FIBER, low calories and no cholesterol.