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Pomegranate
The pomegranate tree belongs to the plant species Punica granatum and is a cultivated plant that produces pomegranate fruit. Here is basic information about the pomegranate tree:
Botanical Information:
- The pomegranate tree belongs to the Lythraceae family and can generally be in shrub or tree form.
- This plant is usually 3 to 5 meters high and its branches grow densely and upright.
Leaves and Flowers:
- Its leaves are bright green and shiny and generally small and long.
- The pomegranate tree produces bright red or orange flowers. These flowers are usually found singly or in small groups.
Fruit (Pomegranate):
- Pomegranate is the fruit of the pomegranate tree and is usually red in color and contains hundreds of seeds.
- Pomegranate fruit can have a sweet and sour flavor and is consumed both fresh and drunk by extracting its juice.
Growing Conditions:
- Pomegranate tree prefers warm and temperate climates. It is sensitive to freezing temperatures.
- It likes well-drained, slightly alkaline soils and grows better in sunny areas.