The leaves are long (up to 15 cm (5.9 in)), thin, glossy, and dark green. The evergreen grapefruit trees usually grow to around 5–6 m (16–20 ft) tall, although they may reach 13–15 m (43–49 ft). In 2021, world production of grapefruits (combined with pomelos) was 9.6 million tonnes, with China contributing 54% of the total.ĭescription Grapefruit growing in the grape-like clusters from which their name may derive
In the past it was referred to as the pomelo, but that term is now mostly used as the common name for Citrus maxima. It has also been called the forbidden fruit. maxima), both of which were introduced from Asia in the 17th century. × sinensis) and the pomelo or shaddock ( C. It is an accidental cross between the sweet orange ( C.
Grapefruit is a citrus hybrid that originated in Barbados in the 18th century. The interior flesh is segmented and varies in color from pale yellow to dark pink/red. aurantium, Syn: Citrus × paradisi) is a subtropical citrus tree known for its relatively large, sour to semi-sweet, somewhat bitter fruit.
