Orange

Orange

An orange is a round citrus fruit with a thick, bumpy peel that's usually bright orange in color (hence the name). Inside, it's divided into segments filled with juicy flesh and separated by thin membranes, with seeds scattered through some varieties.

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The taste is a mix of sweet and tangy, and the flavor can vary quite a bit depending on the type: navel oranges are sweet and easy to peel, blood oranges have a deep red flesh with a slightly berry-like taste, and Seville oranges are bitter and mostly used for marmalade.

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Oranges grow on evergreen trees in warm climates and are known for being high in vitamin C. You can eat them fresh, juice them, or use the zest and peel in cooking and baking.