Raspberry is a perennial shrub plant belonging to the Rosaceae family and is a fruit.

It is native to Europe and North America and is now widely grown throughout the world.

The raspberry fruit is red or purple-black has a sweet and sour taste and a refreshing smell and is a nutritious fruit.

The following is a detailed description of raspberries:

1. Appearance characteristics

Raspberry shrubs are about 1-2 meters tall, with pinnately compound leaves consisting of 3-5 leaflets and serrated leaf edges.

The flowers are white or pink, and the fruits are round or ovate when mature, about 1-2 cm in diameter, with tiny hairs on the surface of the fruit.

2. Nutritional value

Raspberries have an impressive nutritional profile; they are rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, dietary fiber, and antioxidants, and are also rich in minerals and multivitamins.

The vitamin C content is particularly outstanding, being several times higher than that of oranges.

It also contains anthocyanins, which are potent natural antioxidants that help protect the body from free radical damage.

Raspberries are effective in relieving cardiovascular diseases such as angina, but can sometimes cause mild diarrhea.

Long-term consumption of raspberries can effectively protect the heart and prevent cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, atherosclerosis of blood vessel walls, and rupture of brittle heart vessels.

3. Planting and harvesting

Raspberries are usually planted in spring or autumn, and require full sunlight and proper drainage conditions.

They are harvested from mid-May to early June. Harvesting requires gently picking the ripe fruit to avoid damaging the fruit and the plant.

Raspberry fruits generally ripen from late summer to early fall, depending on the variety.

4. Uses

Raspberries can be eaten raw or used to make jams, juices, preserves, and other foods.

Raspberries are also one of the common ingredients used in baking and pastry making, and you can add them to oatmeal or overnight oats, garden salads, whole grain side dishes, and desserts.

Raspberry leaves can also be used to make a tea that helps relieve stress and promote sleep. In addition, raspberries can be used as potted plants and have high ornamental value.

Overall, raspberries are a delicious and nutritious fruit with many uses and health benefits. When consuming them, care should be taken to consume them in moderation to avoid excessive intake of sugar and calories.