Pumpkin and Longan Facts

Facts about Pumpkin and Longan

Fruits (fresh or dried) play the role of natural staple diet for humans. We all have some basic knowledge about all types of fruits but are you aware of unique Pumpkin and Longan facts? Some of the interesting facts about Pumpkin and Longan are provided here.

Pumpkin Facts are:

• The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
• The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
• Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.

Longan Facts are:

• Longan is also called as "Dragon's eye" in China as it gives an impression of an eyeball.
• Longan seeds can be used to absorb the venom after the snake bite and they also help to stop bleeding.

Fruits are consumed in various forms. Fruit recipes and desserts are the trending food choices all over the world. Use of Pumpkin and Longan in variety of dishes and their intrinsic nature of perfectly blending with other food combinations, makes them the apt choice for various dishes! Try out different recipes of these nutritious fruits and decide which fruit appeals more to your taste buds.