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Tarragon

What is Tarragon ? Tarragon is an aromatic perennial herb commonly cultivated to use as seasoning and vinegar. It is a member of the composite family, which is closely related to Wormwood. Unlike the other members of its genus, tarragon...

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Jackfruit

What is a Jackfruit ? Jackfruit is a thorny and enormous fruit which is usually grown in tropical areas where Monsoon rains are frequent. The appearance of this fruit is somehow like the durian and tastes musky and sweet [1]....

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Plum and Everything about it

Plums and Everything about it A plum is a fruit that belongs in the subgenus Prunus under the genus Prunus. The subgenus, Prunus, can be differentiated from the other subgenera (cherries, peaches, etc.) by the presence of solitary side buds...

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Okra

Okra Okra plant is a flowering plant that belongs in the family of mallows. It is highly known for its edible green seed pods. It is also known as “ladies’ fingers (in English Speaking countries), gumbo (in French), guigambo (in...

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Date Fruit

What is a date fruit ? A date is a fruit grown from the date palm, a tree that is native in Middle East and Northern America [1]. The English name of the fruit, date, as well as the species...

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Jicama

Jicama is a plant under the perennial vine type which grows in countries with tropical to semi-tropical climate. Its growth can be compared to lima bean or any other type of bean plants. However, what sets it apart from the...

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Pistachios – Nutritional Value and Health Benefits

Pistachios : Complete Guide Pistachio is a plant that has a bushy, broad, dioecious, and medium-sized tree. It is known to have origins in the West Asia region.[1] Pistachio trees are mostly found in countries such as Greece, Turkey, Syria,...

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Sunflower Seeds – Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits

Sunflower Seeds Sunflower seeds are fruits (they are not actually seeds - its a misnomer) which are harvested from the sunflower (Helianthus annuus) [1]. Sunflower is a plant which has bright yellow petals which is studded with seeds at its...

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