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BLACKBERRY

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  Blackberry Many species in the genus Rubus in the Rosaceae family, as well as hybrids within the  subgenus Rubus and hybrids between the subgenera Rubus and Idaeobatus, produce an  edible fruit known as the blackberry. Because of hybridization and apomixis, blackberry  taxonomy has been muddled in the past, and species have frequently been grouped together  and dubbed species aggregates. Contents 1 Description 2 Botanical characteristics 3 History 3.1 Cultivar development 4 Ecology 5 Uses 5.1 Nutrients 5.1.1 Seed composition 5.2 Food 5.3 Phytochemical research 6 Cultivation 6.1 Hybrids 6.2 Trailing 6.3 Thornless 6.4 Erect 6.5 Primocane 6.6 Mexico and Chile 6.7 Diseases and pests 7 Genetics 8 Folklore 9 See also 10 References 11 Further reading 12 External l Description The torus (receptacle or stem) "picks with" (i.e., stays with) the fruit, which distinguishes the  blackberry from its raspberry relatives. W...
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CRANBERRYS

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C ran b err y  Cranberries  are red berries with a sour   taste . They are often used to make a sauce or jelly that you   eat  with   meat . Historically, cranberry fruits or leaves were used for bladder, stomach, and liver disorders, as well as diabetes, wounds, and other conditions. Today, cranberry is most commonly promoted for  urinary tract infections (UTIs) . Many people consider cranberries to be a superfood due to their  high nutrient and antioxidant content . In fact, research has linked the nutrients in cranberries to a lower risk of urinary tract infection (UTI), the prevention of certain types of cancer, improved immune function, and decreased blood pressure. Cranberries benefit both the urinary tract and kidneys . These tiny, tart fruits contain phytonutrients called A-type proanthocyanidins, which prevent bacteria from sticking to the lining of the urinary tract and bladder, thus preventing infection. A diet part of a healthy diet i...
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