Ping Shan Apples

Ping Shan Apples

　　Apples belong to the Rosaceae family and are deciduous trees with oval leaves that have serrated edges. The fruit is spherical, sweet in taste, a common and widely consumed fruit, rich in nutrients, and ranked first among the world’s four major fruits (apples, grapes, citrus, and bananas). Apples are usually red, but they can also be yellow and green. Apples are dicotyledonous plants with light red or pale purplish-red flowers. Most are self-infertile and require cross-pollination. The fruit develops from the ovary and the receptacle. The flesh is crisp and sweet, aiding digestion. Note: Apple seeds are toxic—please spit them out while eating and do not swallow them. It’s best to remove them even when juicing.