What fruits are not originally from the Americas?
Here are some fruits that are *not* originally from the Americas:
From Asia:
* Apples: Originated in Central Asia
* Apricots: Originated in Central Asia
* Cherries: Originated in Southwest Asia
* Dates: Originated in the Middle East
* Figs: Originated in the Middle East
* Grapes: Originated in the Middle East
* Kumquats: Originated in Southeast Asia
* Lychees: Originated in Southeast Asia
* Mangos: Originated in South Asia
* Peaches: Originated in China
* Pears: Originated in Central Asia
* Pomegranates: Originated in Persia (modern Iran)
* Raisins: Dried grapes, origination from the Middle East
* Watermelons: Originated in Africa
From Africa:
* Bananas: Originated in Southeast Asia, but widely cultivated in Africa
* Guavas: Originated in Central America, but widely cultivated in Africa
* Lemons: Originated in Southeast Asia, but widely cultivated in Africa
* Oranges: Originated in Southeast Asia, but widely cultivated in Africa
* Papayas: Originated in Central America, but widely cultivated in Africa
From Europe:
* Blueberries: Native to North America, but widely cultivated in Europe
* Cranberries: Native to North America, but widely cultivated in Europe
* Strawberries: Native to Europe and Asia, but widely cultivated in Europe
Important Note: Many fruits have been cultivated and hybridized for centuries, making it difficult to trace their exact origins. This list includes those with a clear primary origin outside of the Americas.
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