The fruits of genuscitr us believed to be originated in Asia. Oranges, native to China, are thought to have appeared in India during the first century AD and then went first to the east coast of Africa, and then to Levant. Roman horticulturists planted orange groves in Italy and may have introduced orange to Spain. They gradually spread throughout the world, particularly to the Mediterranean countries and the United States of America. Presently, northern and central America lead in the production of citrus fruits (34%) followed by Europe and Asia.

No family of fruits seems to store sunshine more successfully than citrus fruits. Golden oranges and tangerines, yellow lemons, deep-green limes- their glowing colours light up the room and the fragrance of their essential oils tempts the taste buds. Wonderfully versatile, they can be juiced, enjoyed just as they are, or be used in both sweet and savoury dishes. All citrus fruits have a tough bitter peel that is highly scented and contains aromatic essential oils. Inside, the fruit is segmented and encloses juicy flesh, with more or less acidic flavours. The fruits ripen on the tree and do not develop after pickling, so they have excellent keeping quality.

\ue000Acidic in nature (citric acid).
\ue000High in vitamin C.
\ue000Low in calories.
\ue000Low in cholesterol.
\ue000Rich in potassium.

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They are the second most popular fruit in France, apples being the first.
There are boths wee t andbitte r oranges.
Sweet oranges are classified into four groups

enclosing a small embryonic fruit. They are seedless and have thick pebbly skins. They are also very sweet and thus perfect for making candied peel. For example, Thompsons and Washingtons.