Shaanxi Peaches

Shaanxi Peaches

　　Peaches belong to the Rosaceae family and the genus Prunus. China boasts an extremely rich variety of peaches. According to statistics, there are over 1,000 varieties worldwide, with about 800 in China, and around 30 are used for commercial cultivation. Peaches are juicy, delicious, fragrant, brightly colored, and highly nutritious. Every 100 grams of peach flesh contains 7–15 grams of sugar, 0.2–0.9 grams of organic acid, 0.–0.8 grams of protein, 0.1–0.5 grams of fat, 3–5 milligrams of vitamin C, 0.01–0.02 milligrams of vitamin B1, 0.2 milligrams of vitamin B2, and 1180 micrograms of carotenoids.

Peach trees are medium-sized deciduous trees that do not grow very large, are easy to cultivate and manage, and are highly adaptable to different soils and climates. They can be grown in both southern and northern regions, as well as in mountainous and plain areas, by selecting suitable rootstocks and varieties. Various ornamental peach varieties, such as those with colorful blossoms, weeping branches, and dwarf varieties suitable for container planting like the Shouxing peach, play an important role in greening cities and beautifying people's lives. The peach is native to China and has a cultivation history of over 4,000 years.

Peaches have a pleasant taste and emit a delightful fragrance that can uplift the mood. They are also relatively rich in nutrients, offering health benefits and contributing to longevity when consumed.