Jul 27, 2024, 03:55 PM IST

7 fruits that have been named after places

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Tangerine: Named after the Tangier region in Morocco.

Satsuma: Originating from Satsuma Province in Japan.

Ugli fruit: While not exactly a place name, "ugly" is a descriptive term for its appearance, but it originated in the Caribbean.

Java apple: Native to the island of Java in Indonesia.

Tahiti lime: Though not exclusively from Tahiti, it's commonly associated with the island.

Cantaloupe: Named after Cantalupo, a town near Rome, Italy.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports