The fruit, exuding a strong, sweet odor when ripe, may be round, ovoid, or pear-shaped, 5 to 10 cm long, with 4 or 5 protruding floral remnants (sepals) at the apex. The skin is thin, light-yellow and
frequently blushed with pink. The pulp, is juicy with a sweet and sour taste and normally filled with soft, chewable seeds.