Orange

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Name Variations

 * sweet orange

About Orange
Orange is the name for a tree of the family Rutaceae, native to China and Indochina, and for its fruit, which is the most important fresh fruit of international commerce. Its physical characteristics, especially the rich citric acid and vitamin content of the fruit and history of cultivation are similar to those of the other types of citrus fruits, all of which are species of Citrus. Oranges are oval to sphere-shaped fruits with leathery, porous skin. Their color ranges from orange to red-orange. Oranges are green before they ripen. Most oranges, like other citrus fruits, are consumed fresh or made into juice. The fruit and rind are also much used in marmalade, preserves, flavoring, and confections. Some varieties yield essential oils used in perfume. The flower is a preferred for bridal decoration and is the state flower of Florida. The rind of the orange has a tangy fragrance, which is made into refreshing and mildly relaxing oil. It is used in the treatment of colds, constipation, dull skin, flatulence, flu, gum illness, mouth sores, slow digestion, and stress. It is also used in certain recipes as flavoring or as decorate.

Orange Nutrition

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