How many varieties of bayberry are there?
As one of the popular summer fruits, bayberry has attracted much attention in recent years due to its unique taste and rich nutritional value. As consumers' demand for diversity in fruit varieties increases, bayberry varieties have also become one of the hot topics. This article will introduce you to the main varieties of bayberry and their characteristics in detail, and attach structured data for reference.
1. Classification of main varieties of bayberry
There are many varieties of bayberry, which can be divided into the following categories based on fruit color, size, taste and other characteristics:
| Variety name | fruit color | fruit size | Taste characteristics | Main origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dongkui Yangmei | deep red | big fruit | Moderately sweet and sour, juicy | Zhejiang, Fujian |
| Water chestnuts, Yangmei | purple black | Zhongguo | High sweetness, small core | Yuyao, Zhejiang |
| Late rice bayberry | black purple | big fruit | The meat is soft and sweet. | Zhoushan, Zhejiang |
| crystal bayberry | white or light yellow | Zhongguo | Sweet and refreshing | Zhejiang, Yunnan |
| Wusu bayberry | purple black | small fruit | The meat is thick, sweet and sour. | Chaoshan, Guangdong |
2. Regional distribution of bayberry varieties
Different varieties of bayberry are mainly distributed in many provinces in southern my country due to their different needs for growing environments. The following is the distribution of varieties in the main bayberry producing areas:
| Production area | Main varieties | mature stage | Annual output (10,000 tons) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zhejiang | Dongkui, water chestnut seed, late rice | Mid-June to early July | about 50 |
| Fujian | Dongkui, early maturing species | Late May to mid-June | about 30 |
| Guangdong | black crispy, big grain | Early May to early June | about 20 |
| Yunnan | crystal, wild species | Late June to mid-July | about 15 |
3. How to choose different varieties of bayberry
Faced with the dazzling array of bayberry varieties on the market, consumers can choose based on the following characteristics:
1.Dongkui Yangmei: The fruit is as big as a table tennis ball, and a single fruit can weigh more than 25 grams. It is suitable for people who like to eat large amounts of fruit pulp.
2.Water chestnuts, Yangmei: The fruit is oblate in shape, shiny purple-black in color, and highly sweet, suitable for people who prefer sweetness.
3.crystal bayberry: Unique appearance, translucent and refreshing taste, suitable for consumers who pursue freshness.
4.Wusu bayberry: Although the fruit is small, the flesh is thick and has a balance of sweet and sour. It is suitable for making processed foods such as dried bayberry.
4. Comparison of nutritional value of bayberry
Different varieties of bayberry also have different nutritional components. The following is a comparison of the nutritional components of the main varieties:
| Variety | Vitamin C(mg/100g) | Total sugar(%) | Organic acid(%) | Anthocyanins (mg/100g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dongkui | 9.2 | 10.5 | 1.2 | 35.6 |
| water chestnut species | 8.7 | 12.3 | 0.9 | 42.8 |
| crystal | 7.5 | 9.8 | 1.0 | 15.2 |
| Wusu | 10.1 | 11.2 | 1.5 | 38.4 |
5. Development Trend of Bayberry Varieties
In recent years, bayberry variety breeding has shown the following trends:
1.Large fruit varieties: The successful breeding of Rudongkui bayberry satisfies consumers' preference for large-fruited fruits.
2.Featured varieties: Special varieties such as crystal bayberry are popular in the market, and the price is 3-5 times that of ordinary varieties.
3.Extend supply period: By combining early-maturing and late-maturing varieties, the supply period of bayberry is extended from the original 1 month to about 2 months.
4.Functional varieties: Varieties rich in nutrients such as anthocyanins and vitamin C have become a new direction in breeding.
To sum up, my country’s bayberry varieties are rich in resources and each has its own characteristics. Consumers can choose the variety that suits them based on personal taste preferences and nutritional needs. With the advancement of breeding technology, more high-quality new bayberry varieties will appear in the future, providing consumers with more choices.
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