Peach

A peach (Prunus persica) is a sweet, juicy fruit with fuzzy skin and a single large pit. It is a deciduous tree native to the region of Northwest China between the Tarim Basin and the northern slopes of the Kunlun Mountains, where it was first domesticated and cultivated. The fruit is a drupe, meaning that it has a fleshy outer layer surrounding a shell (the pit or stone) with a seed inside. Peaches are known for their delicate and sweet flavor, and they are widely consumed fresh, canned, or dried. In Hebrew, a peach is called אפרסק (afrasq). In Spanish, it is called melocotón, and in French, it is known as pêche. The peach tree is a member of the Prunus genus, which includes other stone fruits such as plums, cherries, and apricots. Peaches are rich in vitamins, particularly vitamin C, and they are also a good source of dietary fiber. The fruit has been cultivated for thousands of years and has a rich history in various cultures, often symbolizing longevity, immortality, and prosperity.