Question

Name the horticultural crop also known as ‘Apple of Paradise’.

Hint:

Fun Fact: Ancient Persians and Egyptians prized pomegranates as sacred fruits — a symbol of life and regeneration.

Answer 1

The pomegranate (Punica granatum) is often referred to as the ‘Apple of Paradise’ due to its historical, cultural, and nutritional significance.
In ancient texts and various mythologies, the pomegranate has been a symbol of abundance, fertility, and prosperity.
The fruit’s bright red seeds are juicy, nutritious, and packed with antioxidants and vitamins, especially Vitamin C and Vitamin K.
Horticulturally, pomegranates are grown in tropical and subtropical regions and are well-suited to dry climates.
They are valued not only for their edible arils but also for their medicinal properties and use in beverages, syrups, and culinary dishes.
Due to its attractive appearance and nutritional richness, it earned the poetic name ‘Apple of Paradise’.