Granadilla
Granadilla
Granadilla (/ɡrænəˈdɪlə/) is a term used to refer to several different fruits, most commonly the species Passiflora ligularis and Passiflora edulis. The term is derived from the Spanish word "granada", meaning pomegranate, due to the similar appearance of the seeds.
Etymology
The term "granadilla" is of Spanish origin, derived from "granada" which means pomegranate. The suffix "-illa" is a diminutive, thus "granadilla" can be translated as "little pomegranate". This name was given due to the resemblance of the granadilla's seeds to those of a pomegranate.
Species
There are several species of fruit that are commonly referred to as granadilla. These include:
- Passiflora ligularis: Also known as the sweet granadilla or grenadia, this species is native to the Andes mountains of South America.
- Passiflora edulis: This species is more commonly known as the passion fruit. It is native to southern Brazil through Paraguay and northern Argentina.
Related Terms
- Passiflora: The genus to which all granadilla species belong.
- Pomegranate: The fruit from which the term "granadilla" is derived.
- Andes: The mountain range where the sweet granadilla is native.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Granadilla
- Wikipedia's article - Granadilla
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