Scientific Name: Aristotelia chilensis (Molina) Stuntz Family: Elaeocarpaceae The Maqui berry is a small, dark purple fruit that grows primarily in the temperate forests of southern Chile and Argentina. Known for its deep color and powerful antioxidant properties, this little-known superfruit has recently gained international recognition for its potential health benefits. Often described as one…
Scientific Name: Aronia melanocarpa (Michx.) Elliott Family: Rosaceae The Aronia berry, also called black chokeberry, is a small, dark purple to black fruit native to North America. Known for its tart flavor and high nutritional value, Aronia berries have gained attention in recent years as a superfood. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, they are…
Scientific Name: Prunus virginiana L. Family: Rosaceae Chokecherry is a small, deciduous tree or shrub native to North America, primarily found in the wild across the United States and Canada. Known for its bright red to dark purple fruits, the chokecherry has been a staple in the diets of Indigenous peoples for centuries. These tart, small…
