Grapes
Grapes (Vitis vinifera)
Grapes (pronounced: /ɡreɪps/), from the Old French grape, are a type of fruit that grow in clusters of 15 to 300, and can be crimson, black, dark blue, yellow, green, orange, and pink. They are botanically classified as a berry and are produced by the grapevine plant, Vitis vinifera.
Etymology
The word "grape" comes from the Old French grape, meaning "cluster of fruit on a vine," from the Proto-Germanic *krappo (hook, cluster), possibly from the Frankish *krapp (hook). The term "vine" comes from the Old English winberige meaning "wine berry".
Types of Grapes
There are several types of grapes including:
- Table grapes: These are typically eaten raw or used in baking and cooking.
- Wine grapes: These are used in the production of wine.
- Raisin grapes: These are dried to produce raisins.
Health Benefits
Grapes are known for their nutritional value and health benefits. They are rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and antioxidants such as flavonoids and resveratrol, which have been linked to heart health.
Related Terms
- Viticulture: The cultivation and harvesting of grapes.
- Vineyard: A plantation of grape-bearing vines.
- Wine: An alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes or other fruits.
- Raisin: A dried grape.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Grapes
- Wikipedia's article - Grapes
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