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25 lis 2024 · peach, (Prunus persica), economically important crop tree grown throughout the warmer temperate regions of both the Northern and Southern hemispheres for its sweet fruits. Peaches are widely eaten fresh and are also baked in pies and cobblers; canned peaches are a staple commodity in many regions.
The peach (Prunus persica) is a deciduous tree first domesticated and cultivated in Zhejiang province of Eastern China. [3] . It bears edible juicy fruits with various characteristics, most called peaches and others (the glossy-skinned, non-fuzzy varieties), nectarines.
nectarine, (Prunus persica), smooth-skinned peach that is grown throughout the warmer temperate regions of both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. A genetic variant of common peaches, the nectarine was most likely domesticated in China more than 4,000 years ago.
Common Name: peach Scientific Name: Family: Rosaceae Genus: Prunus Species: P. persica Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9 Height: 12 to 15 ft Width: 12 to 15 ft . Common characteristics: The peach tree is a low-growing but broad multi-stemmed tree and forms a rounded crown that has upward reaching branches.
9 paź 2023 · The scientific name for peaches, “Prunus persica”, means “Persian plum”. Peaches are a popular ingredient in pies, crumbles, fruit salads, muffins, cakes, and other baked goods. Peaches are made up of approximately 89% water, 10% carbohydrates, 1% protein and almost zero fat.
Peach, Prunus persica, is a deciduous tree or shrub in the family Rosaceae grown for its edible fruit of the same name. The peach tree is relatively short with slender and and supple branches. The leaves are alternately arranged, slender and pointed. The tree produces pink flowers which have five petals and emerge in January and February.
The Peach provides a comprehensive up to date reference work, summarizing our knowledge of peaches and their production worldwide and includes an extensive colour plates section. Chapters written by international authorities address botany and taxonomy, breeding and genetics of cultivars and rootstocks, propagation, physiology and planting ...
