Berries
Berries
Berries (/ˈbɛriːz/) are a type of small, pulpy, and often edible fruit. Berries are usually juicy, rounded, brightly colored, sweet, sour or tart, and do not have a stone or pit, although many pips or seeds may be present.
Etymology
The term "berry" comes from the Old English berie, which originally meant "grape". This term has since been expanded to include fruits that are not botanically classified as berries but are commonly referred to as such, including strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
Types of Berries
There are many types of berries which include:
- Strawberries - A sweet, red fruit with a seed-studded surface.
- Blueberries - A sweet, blue to blackish fruit that is covered in a protective layer called bloom.
- Raspberries - A sweet, red or black fruit that is made up of many tiny drupelets.
- Blackberries - A sweet, black fruit that is larger and rounder than a raspberry.
- Cranberries - A tart, red fruit that is often used in cooking and baking.
- Gooseberries - A tart, green or red fruit that is often used in desserts or preserves.
- Grapes - A sweet or sour fruit that is often used to make wine.
Nutritional Value
Berries are known for their high nutritional value. They are rich in dietary fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Some berries, such as blueberries and cranberries, also contain high levels of phytochemicals, which may have beneficial health effects.
Related Terms
- Fruit - The mature ovary of a flowering plant, typically containing seeds.
- Drupe - A type of fruit in which an outer fleshy part surrounds a shell with a seed inside.
- Pome - A type of fruit produced by flowering plants in the subtribe Malinae of the family Rosaceae.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Berries
- Wikipedia's article - Berries
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