The word “nectarine” means sweet, as nectar, and it really suits the taste of nectarine, the fruit, which falls in the category of peach. Now let’s check ten interesting facts about nectarine and learn more about this useful fruit.
10 Facts about Nectarine
Like a peach, the nectarine probably originated in China around 2000 years ago.
They were grown in Britain in the late 16th or early 17th century.
The nectarine tree is no different than the peach tree. Sometimes, a branch of peachtree may produce a nectarine or vice versa. In appearance, nectarines and peaches are virtually indistinguishable from each other. The fruits look the same; the only difference is in the fuzziness of their skin. While the skin of the peach fruit is fuzzy, the nectarines are smooth. Nectarines are smaller and smooth and to some extent resemble the plum.
Nectarines are available in the market from June to September.
Because of their tender skin, most of the fruits are damaged during harvesting, yielding, and shipping.
Ripe and unripe nectarines look the same; they don’t change their color significantly. However, ripe fruits are comparatively aromatic and softer than unripe ones.
These fruits come to market in a little unripe condition. Most of them become ripe within two to three days at room temperature.
Keeping nectarines in the refrigerator stops the ripening process.
Another fact – nectarines are a relief for those who don’t like peeling fruits since nectarines do not require peeling. Apart from being eaten fresh, nectarines are also used in preparing pies, cobblers, or used as an ingredient in favorite fruit salads.
A nectarine is low in calories and free from sodium or cholesterol. Nectarines are rich in Vitamin A and C and contain traces of beta-carotene and potassium.
