Let’s share with you some facts about Oranges you probably didn’t know.
- Oranges and Orange blossoms are a symbol of Love.
- Oranges were known as the fruits of the Gods, They were often referred to as the “Golden Apple” that Hercules stole.
- An orange tree can grow to reach 30feet and live for over a hundred years.
- Oranges are the largest Citrus crop in the world.
- After Chocolate and Vanilla, Orange is the world’s favorite flavor.
- Contrary to what most of us think, this fruit was not named for his color. Instead, the word oranges comes from a transliteration of the Sanskrit naranga which comes from the Tamil naru which means FRAGRANCE.