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FRUITS and Vegetable Classifications
Fruits
Pomes
Smooth skin and an enlarged fleshy area that surrounds the core
Examples
ApplePearkiwi
Drupes
Contain a single seed, or pit, surrounded by juicy flesh.
ExamplesPeachCherryPlumNectarines
apricot
Berries
Fragile cell structure; pulpy and juicy; tiny seeds embedded in flesh
ExamplesBlackberryCranberries
Stawberries
Grapes
Melons
Hard out surface that is smooth or netted; juicy flesh.
ExamplesCantaloupe
HoneydewWatermelon
Citrus Fruits
Grow in warm regions, firm rind and pulpy flesh
Examples
OrangesGrapefruit
Tangerines
Lemons
Limes
Tropical Fruits
Grow in very warm climates; differ in skin composition and seed characteristics.
Examples
BananasPineappleAvocadosDates
FigsMangosPomegranates
papayas
Vegetables
Flowers
Come from the flower part of the plant.
Examples-Broccoli and Cauliflower
Fruits
From the fruit part of the plant.
Examples-Tomato, cucumber, pepper, eggplant, and squash
Seeds
Come from the plant part that grows new plants.
Examples-Beans, corn, and peas.
Stems
Come from the stem of the plant.
Examples-Celery
Leaves
Come from the leaf of the plant.
Examples-Cabbage, lettuce, spinach, and brussel sprouts.
Roots
Come from the root of the plant and can be eaten raw or cooked.
Examples-Carrots, turnips, and radishes.
Tubers
A large underground stem that stores nutrients.
Examples-Potatoes and yams
Bulbs
Have layers of fleshy leaves surrounding the underground part of the stem.
Examples-Onions and garlic
Identity Confusion?
Some vegetables can fit into more than one category. For example, an asparagus is under the “stem” and “flower” category.