Trade in Fruits and Berries

(Latin Malus domestica “Golden”) – these apples are lighter and sweeter than regular.

(Latin Malus domestica “Granny Smith”) – these apples are more acidic, harder and juicier than regular ones, but they are perfect for baked goods such as biscuits, cakes.

(Latin Malus domestica “Idared”) – these apples are much bitter than regular, therefore more suitable for baked goods.

(Latin Malus domestica “Jonagold”) – these apples are juicy also have sweet and also bitter taste.

(Latin Malus domestica ”Red Delicious”) – these rich red-color apples are sweeter than regular.

(Latin Prunus armeniaca) is fruit of Rosaceae family. They are eaten fresh or dried. They are rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Apricot seeds are used to extract oil.

Facts:

Apricots began to be grown even 4000 years ago in Asia and were kept as expensive delicacy.

(Latin Persea Americana) is a fruit of Lauraceae family tree. They are often eaten fresh, used with other products. Taste of avocado resembles butter. Fruits are rich in various vitamins in good fats.

(latin Musa) are fruits of Musaceae family. They commonly consumed unprocessed, but can be baked. Perfect for various desserts. These fruits are rich in calorie, have a large amount of B6 vitamins and are a good source of potassium.

Facts:

Bananas are radioactive due to certain potassium isotopes, however this amount of radiation is completely harmless for a human.

Banana leaves are seasoning (spices). It is advisable to use them for boiling or frying of food, as they provide great taste.

(Latin Vaccinium myrtillus) is a berry of Ericaceae family. They are eaten fresh, put into jams, suitable for various desserts. They are rich in vitamins and minerals.

(Latin Rubus) are berries of Rosaceae family. They are eaten fresh and also used for flavoring of various desserts. Berries are characterized by abundancy of Vitamin C and Vitamin K.

Facts:

Earlier blackberries were ingredients in hair dye.

(Latin Averrhoa carambola) is a fruit of Oxalidaceae tree. These sweet fruits are eaten fresh or put into various dishes. They are characterized by the abundancy of antioxidants, Vitamin C and potassium.

(Latin Manihot esculenta) is a plant of Euphorbiaceae family. These plants must be processed because they are poisonous in green. Taste of cassava resembles potatoes therefore they are suitable for various dishes. They are characterized by a high amount of calories and Vitamin C.

(Latin Cerasus) is a berry of Rosaceae family. They are eaten fresh, suitable for desserts; they are slightly more acidic than wild berries. It is characterized by the abundancy of various vitamins.

Facts:

Title of the cherries origins from Giresuno city in Turkey.

(Latin Cocos nucifera) is a stone fruit of Arecaceae family tree. It is eaten fresh, also used to flavor various desserts. There is sweet coconut water inside the nut that can be drunk and used for various drinks. It is characterized by the abundancy of manganese and other minerals.

Facts:

Coconuts can be used as one of the ingredients of biofuels.

(Latin Ficus) is a fruit of mulberry family fichus tree. Eaten raw, dried. Perfect for various desserts. These fruits are a great source of various minerals.

Facts:

Figs can also be used as the substitute for coffee.

(Latin Fragaria ananassa) are berries of Rosaceae family. They are used unprocessed with other dishes, perfect for jams. Strawberries are rich in Vitamin C and organic acids.

Facts:

Garden strawberries are a hybrid of two strawberries.

(red, white) (Latin Ribes) is a berry of Grossulariaceae family. They are eaten fresh, suitable for jams and compotes. They are characterized by the large content of Vitamin C.

(Latin Citrus paradisi) is citrus fruit of Rutaceae family tree. Fruits are eaten fresh or put into dishes. Grapefruits are characterized by large amount of Vitamin C.

(Pomelo) (Latin Citrus maxima) is fruit of Rutaceae family tree, also called pomelo. These fruits are similar to grapefruits, but are sweeter, have larger amount of Vitamin C. Are eaten fresh, also parts of these fruits are used for production of sweets.

Facts:

Pomelo fruit flowers are used to produce perfume.

(Latin Vitis) are berries of Vitaceae family. They are eaten fresh, suitable for desserts and other dishes. Juice and wine are pressed out of grapes.

Facts:

Scientists think that grapes are 65 million years old.

(passionfruit) (Latin Passiflora liguralis) is the fruit of Passifloraceae (passionfruit) family. These fruits are eaten fresh, have sweet taste. They are rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

(Latin Physalis) are plants of Solanaceae family. These fruits are used for salads, desserts, jams. They are characterized by B group vitamins.

(Latin Psidium guajava) is a fruit of Myrtaceae family tree. Guava is commonly eaten fresh. They are rich in mineral substances, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

(Latin Cucumis metuliferus) is a fruit of Cucurbitaceae family. These fruits have similar texture to cucumbers. They are eaten fresh, also put into various dishes, drinks.

Facts:

It is possible to consume these fruits both ripped or not. Both ways they are characterized with great taste.

(Latin Citrus aurantifolia) is a fruit of Rutaceae family tree. Pressed juice is commonly used for food, which is used for various dishes, drinks. It is characterized by the abundancy of Vitamin C.

(Latin Actinidia chinensis subsp. deliciosa) is a fruit of Actinidiaceae family. They are eaten fresh and put into various, usually sweet, dishes. They are characterized by the large amount of Vitamin C and antioxidants.

Facts:

These fruits were named after kiwi bird because they resemble their appearance.

(Latin Fortunella) is a fruit of Rutaceae family. These citrus fruits are similar to oranges but are smaller. They are eaten fresh, often put into sweets. They are characterized by the abundancy of Vitamin C.

(Latin Citrus limon) is a citrus fruit of Rutaceae family. Often, citrus is pressed for juice, also used for water with lemons. These fruits are a great source of Vitamin C as well as potassium.

(Latin Litchi chinensis) is a fruit of Sapindaceae family. It is eaten fresh; also they are used to flavor desserts. It is characterized by abundancy of Vitamin C.

(Latin Citrus reticulata) is a fruit of Rutaceae family tree. It resembles oranges, but is much smaller and sweeter. They are eaten fresh, also put into various dishes, desserts. They are characterized by large amount of Vitamin C.

(Latin Mangifera indica) is a fruit of Anacardiaceae family tree. These sweet fruits are eaten fresh. Often put into desserts, pressed for juice. They are characterized by the abundancy of Vitamin C and other vitamins.

(Latin Garcinia mangostana) is a fruit of Clusiaceae family tree. The fruit is eaten fresh; also it can be canned or pressed for juice. It is characterized by the average content of minerals and vitamins.

Facts:

Mangosteens are national fruits of Thailand.

(Latin Solanum muricatum) is a plant of Solanaceae family. It is eaten fresh, perfect for fruit salad. It is characterized by abundancy of potassium.

(Latin Cucumis melo) is a fruit of Cucurbitaceae family. These sweet fruits are eaten fresh, put into desserts or drinks. They are characterized by a large content of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

Facts:

China exports approximately 25% of all melons consumed in the world.

(Latin Prunus persica) is a fruit of Rosaceae family tree. It is often eaten fresh, but is perfect to flavor various desserts. It has an average content of vitamins and minerals.

Facts:

These fruits are often used for hygiene, perfume industries.

(Latin Citrus sinensis) are citrus fruits, belonging to the family of Rutaceae. They are eaten fresh, used for production of various dishes, pressed for juice. Oranges are rich in Vitamin C.

Facts:

One orange has a regular daily dose of Vitamin C necessary for the body.

(Latin Carica papaya) is a fruit of Caricaceae tree. Usually they are eaten fresh, but they can be cooked, stewed, also are perfect for salads. They are characterized by the abundancy of Vitamin C.

Facts:

Papaya seeds are sometimes used as an ingredient for black pepper.

(Latin Prunus persica) is a fruit of Rosaceae family tree. They are eaten fresh, perfect for desserts, juice. They have small content of minerals and vitamins.

Facts:

Peaches were referred as Persian apples in the past.

(Latin Pyrus) is a fruit of Rosaceae family. Commonly eaten fresh, put into various desserts, jams. It is characterized by average amount of minerals and vitamins.

Facts:

While there was not any tobacco in Europe, pear leaves were used for smoking.

(Latin Diospyros kaki) is a fruit of Ebenaceae family tree. These fruits are often consumed fresh, but are perfectly suitable for various jams and other sweet dishes. They are rich in various vitamins and minerals.

(Latin Ananas comosus) is fruit of Bromeliaceae family. They have big and sharp leaves, and fruit is covered in bark. They are eaten fresh, often used for the production of various drinks, desserts and other dishes. Pineapples are rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B1 and magnesium.

Facts:

Pineapples usually grow for around 18 months.

(Latin Prunus) is a plant of Rosaceae family. They are eaten fresh, dried, and suitable for desserts. They are rich in Vitamin C.

Facts:

12^th February – National plum pudding day

(Latin Punica granatum) is a fruit of Lythraceae family. Often it is eaten fresh or they are used for pressing juice. It is characterized by the abundancy of various vitamins and minerals. It is advisable to consume them for people with anemia as it increases the amount of hemoglobin.

Facts:

In Azerbaijan, pomegranate festival is organized every year.

(Latin Cydonia oblonga) is a plant of Rosaceae family. These fruits are related to chaenomeles. They are perfect for use for jams, sweet cheese and juice. They are characterized by the abundancy of Vitamin C.

(Latin Nephelium lappaceum) is a fruit of Sapindaceae family. It is eaten fresh, suitable for desserts. It has an average amount of minerals.

Facts:

In Indonesian and any other languages the name of the fruit is translated as “hair”.

(Latin Rubus idaeus) is berry of Rosaceae family. They are eaten fresh or used for production of desserts. Raspberries are the perfect source of Vitamin C.

Facts:

There are 200 types of raspberries in the world. They mostly differ in color or flavor properties.

(Latin Citrullus) is a plant of Cucurbitaceae family. The watermelon has a thick bark and the watermelon is rich in watermelon seeds. Fruit is eaten fresh. It consists of 91% of water, therefore is calorie-free and gives a feeling of satiety.

Facts:

Scientists disagree: if watermelon is a fruit or a vegetable. As it has properties of both fruit and vegetable, the watermelon can be called both.

(pitahaya, “Pear of the Earth, “Dragon fruit”) (Latin Hylocereus undatus) is a fruit of Cactaceae family. It is eaten fresh, suitable for desserts. It is rich in Vitamin C.

Facts:

These fruits grow on cactus.

(Latin Prunus avium) is a berry of Rosaceae family. They are eaten fresh, suitable for desserts. They are rich in Vitamin A.