orange

Botanical Identity: The sweet orange is the fruit of the tree Citrus $\times$ sinensis, a hybrid between the pomelo (Citrus maxima) and the mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata).Origin and History: It originated in a region encompassing Southern China, Northeast India, and Myanmar. The earliest mention in Chinese literature dates back to 314 BC.Production: Orange trees are widely grown in tropical and subtropical areas. In 2022, 76 million tonnes of oranges were grown worldwide, with Brazil being the largest producer.Composition & Nutrition:The flesh is about 87% water, 12% carbohydrates, and 1% protein.A 100g serving provides about 47 calories and is a rich source of Vitamin C (59% of the Daily Value).The taste is mainly determined by the ratio of sugars to acids.Varieties: The Citrus sinensis group is commonly subdivided into four classes:Common orangesBlood or pigmented orangesNavel orangesAcidless orangesOther recent articles about "Orange" include topics like:Growing Orange Trees: Tips on how to grow an orange tree from seed, including that it may take up to 10 years to bear fruit.Orange in Culture: An article about the Cempasúchil (Mexican marigold), an orange flower that cloaks Mexico during the Day of the Dead celebrations.Chemistry/Research: A study on the impact of high temperatures on the properties of biochars derived from Orange Peel.Local Government: An article about voters in the town of Orange reaffirming the size of their local Selectboard