5 Questions
What is the etymological origin of the term 'maracujá' in Portuguese and 'maracuyá' in Spanish?
Both are derived from the Tupi 'mara kuya' meaning 'fruit that serves itself' or 'food in a cuia'
When was the passion fruit first introduced to Europe?
1553
What is the meaning of the term 'passion fruit' in English?
An English translation of the Latin genus name, Passiflora
What is the range of width for passion fruits?
1.5 to 3 inches (3.81 to 7.62 centimetres)
What did missionaries in Brazil name the genus Passiflora as?
Passiflora
Study Notes
Etymology of Maracujá/Maracuyá
- The term 'maracujá' in Portuguese and 'maracuyá' in Spanish originates from the indigenous Tupi language of South America.
Introduction of Passion Fruit to Europe
- The passion fruit was first introduced to Europe in the 16th century.
Meaning of Passion Fruit
- The term 'passion fruit' in English refers to the passion flower's resemblance to the Christian crucifixion symbol, with the fruit's corona resembling the crown of thorns.
Characteristics of Passion Fruits
- Passion fruits range in width from 4 to 12 centimeters.
Missionaries' Classification
- Missionaries in Brazil named the genus Passiflora as 'Flower of the Passion' or 'Flower of the Five Wounds', referencing the Christian crucifixion symbolism.
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