Fruit tree
Fruit tree
A fruit tree is a tree which bears fruit that is consumed or used by humans and some animals — all trees that are flowering plants produce fruit, which are the ripened ovaries of flowers containing one or more seeds.
Pronunciation
- /ˈfruːt triː/
Etymology
The term "fruit tree" is derived from the Middle English "frut tre", itself derived from the Old English "frēowtreow", which means "tree bearing fruits".
Types of fruit trees
There are many types of fruit trees. Some of the most common include:
- Apple tree (Malus domestica): A deciduous tree in the rose family best known for its sweet, pomaceous fruit, the apple.
- Pear tree (Pyrus): A tree of the genus Pyrus in the family Rosaceae, bearing the pomaceous fruit of the same name.
- Cherry tree (Prunus avium): A tree of the genus Prunus, which also includes plums, peaches, and almonds. The fruit of the cherry tree is a small, round stone fruit that is typically bright or dark red.
- Peach tree (Prunus persica): A deciduous tree native to the region of Northwest China between the Tarim Basin and the north slopes of the Kunlun Mountains, where it was first domesticated and cultivated.
Cultivation and uses
Fruit trees are cultivated for their edible fruit, which can be eaten fresh, cooked, or preserved. Some fruit trees, such as apple and pear trees, are also grown for their ornamental value.
Fruit trees are often propagated by grafting, although they can also be grown from seed. Grafting allows for the combination of a hardy rootstock with a scion that produces high-quality fruit.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fruit tree
- Wikipedia's article - Fruit tree
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