Bananas are the world's most popular fruit, with over 100 billion eaten annually [40].
Develop from a single ovary of a single flower (e.g., apples, pears, peaches) [23, 31, 37].
Integrating wild edible fruits into agriculture can foster more resilient systems and diversify food sources in the face of climate change [11, 15].
Tropical fruits like Rambutan, Soursop, and Mamey Sapote are considered rare in many regions but are increasingly available through specialty delivery services [27].
Growing your own edible fruit can range from backyard orchards to creative landscaping.
Figs are believed to be the first cultivated plant, dating back over 11,000 years [39].
Passion fruit can be grown on fences to provide both privacy and a "financial return" through its harvest [5.5]. Shrub roses, currants, and hazelnuts can be used as edible hedges [30].
Develop from multiple ovaries in a single flower (e.g., raspberries, strawberries) [33, 35].