Pomegranates belong to the family of punicaceae in the class of myrtales . The tree was known in ancient Greece. Since ancient times they used its rind in tanning and medicine.
The variety we cultivate is Persephone. Persephone is a variety with middle maturity and its harvest is carried out from the beginning until the end of October. The fruit of this variety is large in size and lasts for 3 months. The fruit is sweet and flavorsome with juice content of 63%.
Many call pomegranate "red gold", since different research work has shown its high nutritional value. It is a fruit with significant healing properties.Pomegranate produces the refreshment rodada . The juice has strong antioxidant properties. It is also rich in vitamins A, C and E, and contains plenty of minerals (calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and selenium), carbohydrates and fiber.
