
Oranges (specifically, sweet oranges) are the fruits of the citrus species Citrus × sinensis. Oranges are hybrids, possibly between pomelos (Citrus maxima) and tangerines (Citrus reticulata). They share the genus Citrus with lemons, grapefruits, limes, pomelos, and tangerines (mandarin oranges). The fruit is a modified berry with tough, leathery rind called a hesperidium. Like other citrus fruits, their peels contain many […]