#botany

The largest flower in North America is the Corpse Flower (Amorphophallus titanum). It is also known as the titan arum and is native to the...    Read more

Cherry tomatoes are scientifically classified as fruits, not vegetables. In botany, a fruit is defined as the mature ovary of a flowering plant that...    Read more

Red cabbage is a vegetable and not a fruit. While some people may confuse it with a fruit due to its vibrant and attractive color, the red cabbage is...    Read more

Blackberries are a type of fruit, belonging to the genus Rubus in the rose family. They are commonly used in jams, jellies, pies, and other desserts....    Read more

Tomatillos are actually fruits, although they are often mistaken for vegetables. They are part of the nightshade family and are related to tomatoes....    Read more

Black-eyed peas, scientifically known as Vigna unguiculata, are a type of legume that is commonly consumed in the southern United States and other...    Read more

Persimmon is a fruit. More specifically, it is a type of berry. A persimmon fruit is round or oval-shaped and typically orange-red to orange-yellow...    Read more

Plants are a crucial part of the ecosystem, providing food and oxygen to the living organisms around them. But what are the different parts of a...    Read more

A habanero pepper is actually a fruit. More specifically, it is a type of berry. In botanical terms, a fruit is defined as the mature ovary of a...    Read more

Despite its spiky exterior and its common use in savory dishes, pineapple is actually a fruit! Botanically speaking, fruits are the mature ovaries of...    Read more