Fruits

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Anacardiaceae

Description Anacardiaceae is a family of flowering plants that includes over 80 genera and 800 species. The family is known for its diversity of edible fruits and resin-producing trees. Some of the most well-known members of the Anacardiaceae family include mangoes, cashews, and poison ivy. The plants in this family are found throughout the world, but are most commonly found…
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Rubus Swinhoei

Rubus Swinhoei is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, Rosaceae. It is commonly known as Swinhoe’s raspberry and is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan. The plant is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 2 meters tall and 1.5 meters wide. It produces bright red, edible fruits that are similar in taste to raspberries. Taxonomic…
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Manilkara

Description Manilkara is a genus of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs, belonging to the family Sapotaceae. This genus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The plants are known for their edible fruits and valuable timber. The fruit of some species is used in traditional medicine for treating various health…
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Pyrus Communis Comice

Description Pyrus Communis Comice, also known as the Comice Pear, is a deciduous tree that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to France and is widely cultivated for its sweet and juicy fruits. The tree can grow up to 30 feet tall and has a broad crown with a spreading habit. The Comice Pear tree produces white or…
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Mimusops

Description Mimusops is a genus of trees in the family Sapotaceae that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. It comprises about 50 species of evergreen trees that can grow up to 30 meters tall. One of the well-known species of Mimusops is the Mimusops elengi or Spanish cherry, which is widely cultivated…
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Prunus Spinulosa

Description Prunus Spinulosa, also known as the Chinese bush cherry, is a plant species that is native to China. It is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 4 meters in height. The plant is popular for its beautiful flowers and fruits. The flowers are pink or white and bloom in early spring, while the fruits are small and…
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Butia

Description Butia, also known as jelly palm or pindo palm, is a genus of palm trees native to South America. This hardy tree can grow up to 20 feet tall and has a bushy, spreading crown. Butia trees are known for their delicious fruits that are similar to apricots or dates. The fruits are high in vitamin C and are…
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Citrullus Lanatus

Description Citrullus Lanatus, commonly known as watermelon, is a fruit-bearing plant that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It is native to Africa but is now grown in many parts of the world for its juicy and sweet flesh, which is commonly consumed as a dessert or refreshing snack. Watermelon is a sprawling vine that can grow up to 10 feet…
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Camellia Granthamiana

Description Camellia Granthamiana is a species of evergreen shrub that belongs to the Theaceae family. It is native to China and was first discovered in 1934 by E.H. Wilson. This plant is known for its beautiful, fragrant, and large flowers that bloom from late winter to early spring. The flowers are typically pink or white with yellow stamens and can…
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Cucurbita Pepo

Description Cucurbita pepo, commonly known as the pumpkin or squash plant, is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a warm-season annual plant that is grown for its edible fruits. The plant is native to North America and was first cultivated by the indigenous people of the region.The fruit of Cucurbita pepo can vary greatly in size, shape, and…
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