POMEGRANATE

Scientific Name Punica granatum
Shape Round, slightly flattened at the top and bottom
Size 7–12 cm in diameter
Weight 200–400 grams (average)
Color Red, pink, or yellow (depending on variety)
Skin Texture Thick, leathery, smooth
Flesh Juicy, with arils (seed sacs) filled with red or pink juice
Taste Sweet to tart, depending on ripeness
Seeds Hard, edible, surrounded by juicy arils
Nutrition Rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and folate
Cultivation Temperature Subtropical to tropical climates (15°C–30°C)