The Lucknow 49 widely known as Sardar Guava is a highly prolific Indian variety that originated as a selection from the Allahabad Safeda It is often celebrated as the commercial champion of guavas because of its high yield large fruit size and excellent keeping quality
Here is a detailed breakdown of its characteristics
1 Physical CharacteristicsShape amp Size Unlike the perfectly round Safeda the Sardar is typically round to slightly oval or eggshaped The fruits are generally large often weighing between 200g and 300g heavier than the Safeda
Skin The skin is greenishyellow to golden yellow when fully ripe It is notably thicker than the Safeda and has a rough or pebbled surface which makes it more durable for transport
Flesh The interior is creamy white to milky white It is soft and melting but retains a slightly firmer texture than the Safeda which contributes to its longer shelf life
Seeds It has a relatively small seed count concentrated at the center The seeds are soft and easily chewable similar to the Safeda
2 Flavor ProfileTaste It is highly prized for its sweetness though it usually has a slightly higher acidity level than the Safeda giving it a more robust tangysweet flavor profile
Aroma It has a strong distinctively musky and tropical fragrance that is more intense than many other white varieties
Texture The flesh is smooth and juicy lacking the grittiness found in wilder varieties