Tomatoes are the edible, often red, fruit of the plant Solanum lycopersicum, which is commonly known as the tomato plant. The plant belongs to the nightshade family, Solanaceae. Take a look below for 28 more interesting and fascinating facts about tomatoes. 1. The modern species of tomatoes originated in western South America. 2. The Nahuatl…
25 Fun And Interesting Facts About Squash
Squash belongs to the Cucurbita, Latin for gourd, genus of herbaceous vines in the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae, also known as cucurbits. Cucurbita vines are native to the Andes and Mesoamerica. Take a look below for 25 more fun and interesting facts about squash. 1. There is evidence of squash cultivation going back to at least…
28 Fun And Fascinating Facts About Pumpkins
A pumpkin is a cultivar of a squash plant, most commonly of Cucurbita pepo, that is round, with smooth, slightly ribbed skin, and deep yellow to orange coloration. The thick shell contains the seeds and pulp. Take a look below for 28 more fun and fascinating facts about pumpkins. 1. In New Zealand and Australian…
28 Fun And Interesting Facts About Peas
The pea is most commonly the small spherical seed or the seed-pod of the pod fruit Pisum sativum. Each pod contains several peas, which can be either green or yellow. While many people think that peas are vegetables, they’re actually botanically fruit. Take a look below for 28 more fun and interesting facts about peas….
25 Fun And Interesting Facts About Plantains
Plantains, or cooking bananas, are banana cultivars in the genus Musa whose fruits are generally used only for cooking. However, they may be eaten while ripe or unripe and they’re generally starchy. Take a look below for 25 more fun and interesting facts about plantains. 1. The term “plantain” is loosely applied to any banana…
27 Fun And Interesting Facts About Watermelon
Watermelon is a scrambling and trailing vine in the flowering plant family Cucurbitaceae. The species originated in southern Africa, with evidence of its cultivation in Ancient Egypt. Take a look below for 27 more fun and interesting facts about watermelon. 1. Watermelon is grown in tropical and subtropical areas worldwide for its large edible fruit,…