Nísperos Callosa d'en Sarriá

Nísperos Callosa d'en Sarriá is the fruit of the Eriobotryae Japonica Lindi species grown in the district of Marina Baja. This loquat fruit is from the Algar, Agerie or Nada varieties, and is bright yellow and has a sweet and slightly acidic flavor.

An interesting fact about the loquat tree is that its flowers bloom in the autumn and early winter, and the fruits ripen from early spring to early summer. It has a thick and firm skin and white to pale yellow flesh. Nísperos Callosa d'en Sarriá is a fruit sold at the prime of its ripeness and without any visible blemishes.

It is mostly eaten raw, by itself or combined with other fruits, and is often used to produce jams or chutneys.