Fun Facts on Oranges

Here are some fun Orange Facts:

• Navel Oranges are named after the belly button shape near the bottom!
• Christopher Columbus brought the first orange to America in 1493
• Oranges are the largest citrus crop in the World
• Orange Trees were first grown in China
• A little green on the skin is often caused by re greening and will not affect the taste
• About 25 billion oranges are grown each year in America, Florida grows the most
• Each person eats about 12.5 lb of citrus each year!
• Orange trees are evergreen
• In the 18th Century British sailors took sauerkraut and citrus fruits on the ships to prevent scurvy

• One orange supplies a full days Vitamin C requirement
• Oranges will not over ripen when left on the tree
• Oranges taste delicious!