Some spicy facts about oranges
One of the most popular citrus fruits, oranges attract the maximum following due to their juicy, spicy and pulpy taste. This citrus fruit is not only a great source of vitamin C, but it is also a healthy and revitalizing drink. Research suggests that more than 70% of the American population consumes orange juice. No fitness enthusiast starts their day without a glass of orange juice! Despite its universal popularity, few people know about some of the more interesting facts associated with this fruit. Here are some facts about the juicy orange.
a) Oranges were imported for the first time from China to the United States. It is the fourth most popular fruit in the US In addition to being the largest citrus crop in the world.
b) Brazil is the largest producer of oranges in the world!
c) The origin of citrus fruits dates back to Asia about 20 million years ago. Citrus fruits were mentioned for the first time in the literature in 2400 BC. However, it has only been 125 years since the United States began growing orange trees.
d) Oranges are available in multiple varieties, including Valencia orange, Navel orange, Hamlin, Moro, etc. Navel oranges are more popular as they can be peeled easily.
e) The name ‘navel orange’ is derived from the appearance of the fruit, which resembles a navel or a navel.
f) In 1873, three orange trees were brought from Brazil and planted in Riverside, California. Today, one of the three original trees is still alive and bearing fruit!
g) Many people mistake the quality of oranges for a greenish tinge to their skin. Some green on the orange surface is mainly the result of ‘Re-greening’ (a process in which ripe oranges turn from orange to green that is left on the trees for a long time). However, this does not affect the taste or nutrition of the fruit.
h) Oranges have more fiber than most fruits and vegetables!
i) Celebrities like the King of Music Russell Simmons, actor William Shatner and model Angela Lindvall worked behind the counters of a local orange juice store before launching their famous careers.
These fun facts about orange will really have you in awe the next time you see a glass of orange juice on your table. Anyway, hardly anyone pays attention to the simple things around us!