Tag: Actinidia

First identified in China in the early 1980s, red kiwifruit was initially a naturally occurring variant of the gold-fleshed kiwi species, *Actinidia chinensis*. This sweet and vibrant fruit has since been developed and commercialized through natural cross-breeding programs to enhance its desirable qualities.

Interestingly, from a botanical standpoint, the common kiwi is indeed a large berry that grows on a woody vine. This distinction often surprises people, as the term 'berry' in a culinary context differs significantly from its scientific definition. In fact, this unique fruit, originally known as the Chinese gooseberry, offers a powerhouse of nutrients that benefit any nutrition diet.