- Olive - Wikipedia
The olive (botanical name Olea europaea, "European olive") is a species of subtropical evergreen tree in the family Oleaceae Originating in Asia Minor, [2] it is abundant throughout the Mediterranean Basin, with wild subspecies in Africa and western Asia; modern cultivars are traced primarily to the Near East, Aegean Sea, and Strait of Gibraltar [3] The olive is the type species for its
- Olive | Description, Production, Oil | Britannica
Olive, subtropical broad-leaved evergreen tree and its edible fruit The olive fruit and its oil are key elements in the cuisine of the Mediterranean and are popular outside the region Learn about the olive tree and about the commercial production of olives and olive oil
- 18 Types of Olives and the Best Ways To Use Them - Parade
Whether you’re snacking, cooking or mixing cocktails, this guide to 18 popular types of olives will help you pick the perfect one for every occasion
- Olive - Olea europaea | Plants | Kew
Olive plants have long been symbols for peace, wealth, power, and success In ancient Greece, their leafy branches were used to crown victors of Olympic games Today olive trees are grown and harvested for their fruits, which are used as a foodstuff and as a cooking oil
- Olives 101: Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits
Olives are small fruits that grow on olive trees (Olea europaea) They belong to a group of fruit called drupes, or stone fruits, and are related to mangoes, cherries, peaches, almonds, and
- Olive - New World Encyclopedia
Olive is the common name for a evergreen tree or shrub, Olea europaea, in the flowering plant family Oleaceae, characterized by small size, squat shape, oblong opposite leaves, white flowers, and ovoid fruit
- 12 Popular Types of Olives and How to Use Them - Martha Stewart
What type of olive should you use for which purpose? Our guide to olives explains how curing and color affect taste—and then dives into the flavor profiles and best uses for popular types of olives, from buttery Castelvano and smoky Gaeta to fruity Kalamata and nutty Arbequina
- Health Benefits of Olives: Nutrition, Uses Side Effects - WebMD
Olives are rich in vitamin E and other antioxidants, which may help reduce your risk of health conditions like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease These are the olives that are picked before
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