Pluot
Pluot
Pluot (/ˈpluːɒt/), also known as plumcot, is a hybrid fruit that combines the genetic traits of plums and apricots. The term "pluot" is a registered trademark of the Zaiger's Genetics company.
Etymology
The term "pluot" is a portmanteau of "plum" and "apricot", the two fruits that make up this hybrid. The term was coined by Floyd Zaiger, a fruit breeder who developed the pluot in the late 20th century.
Description
Pluots are noted for their sweet taste, which is more akin to that of a plum than an apricot. They have a smooth skin like a plum, and can come in a variety of colors, from yellow to deep purple. The flesh of the fruit is usually pink or red.
Related Terms
- Plum: A juicy fruit from the Prunus genus, one of the parent fruits of the pluot.
- Apricot: A small, orange fruit with a sweet-tart flavor, also a parent fruit of the pluot.
- Hybrid (biology): The process of combining the genetic traits of two different species or varieties to create a new one, such as the pluot.
- Fruit Breeding: The process of creating new varieties of fruits, such as the pluot, through selective breeding.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pluot
- Wikipedia's article - Pluot
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