Why do we call it a grapefruit?

Answer 1

the name refers to clusters of the fruit on the tree,

Answer 2

The grapefruit is a sub-tropical citrus tree grown for its fruit which was originally named the "forbidden fruit" of Barbados.[1]

These evergreen trees are usually found at around 5-6 m tall, although they can reach 13-15 m. The leaves are dark green, long (up to 150 mm) and thin. It produces 5 cm white four-petalled flowers. The fruit is yellow-skinned, largely oblate and ranges in diameter from 10-15 cm and has an acidic yellow segmented pulp. The numerous cultivars include the white grapefruit and the red, of which the 1929 US Ruby Red (of the Redblush variety) has a patent. The fruit has only become popular from the late 19th century; before that it was only grown as an ornamental plant. The US quickly became a major producer of the fruit, with orchards in Florida and Texas. In Spanish, the fruit is known as toronja or pomelo.

Grapefruit comes in many varieties, determinable by color, which is caused by the pigmentation of the fruit in respect of both its state of ripeness and genetic bent.

The most popular varieties cultivated today are red, white, and pink hues. The family of flavors range from highly acidic and somewhat bitter to sweet and tart.

Answer 3

It is believed that the name refers to the manner in which grapefruit grows in clusters on a tree.
Most botanists agree that the grapefruit is a cross between a Pummelo and sweet orange.
Grapefruit, like all citrus fruit, is a Hesperidum, or a large modified berry with a thick rind.
If you see grapefruit growing on a tree, you will notice that they grow in clusters. It is suggested that these clusters resemble the shape of large yellow grapes and so the fruit was called a grapefruit. Another explanation is that the premature grapefruit looks similar in shape to unripe green grapes.

Answer 4

we call it a grapefruit because it is a grape and it is a fruit so thats why we call it a grapefruit.

Answer 5

You got me cause it don't look like a grape to me

Answer 6

Good question. Here's one for you why do we call utensils, plates, bowls, and cups & glasses "China"? Good enough, yes?

Answer 7

uhh i dont know

Answer 8

why do we call anything anything? apple?