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The avocado, alligator pear or avocado pear is an evergreen tree in the laurel family (Lauraceae). It is native to the Americas, with archaeological evidence of early human avocado use dating back thousands of years across various regions of Central and South America. It was prized for its large and unusually oily fruit. The native range of avocado extends from Mexico to Peru, encompassing much of Central America and parts of northern and western South America.
“The more than 200 s of cultivated avocado are classified into three distinct races: West Indian, Guatemalan, and Mexican. Each race has unique ecological adaptations and identifiable characteristics (Bergh 1975b; Knight 1980), although interracial hybrids do occur. All three races share many similar growth and flowering behavior characteristics.”
“and avocado are sources of s. Replace with olive oil for cooking or use it as part of a salad vinaigrette. Spread avocado on sandwiches instead of cheese.”
“Avocados are among the most nutritious foods you can eat. Not only are they rich in and but they are also a good source of , , iron, , and vitamins , , , , , , and . They are particularly good for promoting healthy skin, aiding digestion and preventing .”
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