CHINESE GOOSEBERRY Meaning and
Definition
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Chinese Gooseberry refers to a fruit-bearing plant known scientifically as Actinidia deliciosa, native to the Yangtze River valley in China. It belongs to the family Actinidiaceae and is widely cultivated for its edible fruit, which is commonly known as kiwifruit. This deciduous vine has a vigorous growth habit and can reach heights of up to 9 meters.
The Chinese Gooseberry plant typically features heart-shaped or ovate leaves with intricate venation, and it produces small, fragrant flowers that are usually white or cream in color. Its distinctive fruits are around the size of an egg and have a unique, fuzzy, brown exterior, enclosing a bright green flesh with tiny, edible black seeds spread throughout. The flavor of this fruit is often described as sweet and tangy, combining elements of strawberry, banana, and melon.
Chinese Gooseberry is highly valued for its excellent nutritional profile, being a rich source of vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E, and dietary fiber. Due to its pleasant taste and nutritional benefits, the fruit has gained popularity worldwide and has become a significant agricultural export for regions that cultivate it.
Moreover, the name "Chinese Gooseberry" is sometimes used interchangeably with "kiwifruit" to refer to the fruit itself, as it was first commercially introduced to New Zealand during the 20th century, where it acquired its alternate name due to its resemblance to the native kiwi bird.
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Etymology of CHINESE GOOSEBERRY
The word "Chinese Gooseberry" was originally used to refer to a fruit known as an "Yang Tao" in Chinese. However, the fruit was later rebranded as "kiwifruit" for marketing purposes. The term "kiwi" was chosen to honor New Zealand, where the fruit was first commercially cultivated and grown in large quantities. The fruit's brown, fuzzy skin resembled the feathers of the kiwi bird, which is a national symbol of New Zealand. As a result, the word "Chinese Gooseberry" has fallen out of use, and "kiwifruit" has become the common name for the fruit globally.
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