Pumpkins for Halloween, peaches for everyone’s favorite cobbler, and passion fruits for their delicious cocktails. These are only some of the fruits that start with P. But the list does not stop there.
Persimmon, prune or pumelo are just a few of the many fruits that start with the letter P. All these fruits have a unique taste, origin, appearance and significance.
Prepare to go on a fruity journey with more than 40 different fruits starting with the letter P!
1. Papaya
Popular for its great taste and vibrant color, papayas are healthy tropical fruits. They are grown in many regions all around the world. This sweet fruit can be eaten raw or cooked. It contains many antioxidants that help improve your immunity against many diseases. Its cancer fighting properties makes it a great fruit for both cancer prevention and recovery. Loaded with vitamin C, papayas are also fantastic for you skin and hair.
2. Passion Fruit
Passion fruit is a small but incredible tropical fruit. Its deliciously juicy seed-filled inside is eaten directly, or can be used in desserts and cocktails. With just a few calories, a passion fruit is loaded with vitamin C, vitamin A and fiber. This makes it popular among health conscious people. The passion fruit peels have lots of antioxidants, which helps reduce inflammation.
3. Pawpaw
Pawpaw is a rare fruit native to areas of America and Canada. The outsides of a pawpaw are green, and the insides contain large black seeds. Favored for its incredible flavor and nutritional benefits, a pawpaw is an expensive fruit in the market. It is a rich source of many vitamins and minerals. It has almost three times more vitamin C than apples. Pawpaws are also packed with antioxidants that improve health and reduce inflammation.
4. Peach
Originating from China, a peach is a popular fruit grown in many countries around the world. Delicious and juicy, a peach is eaten raw or is cooked inside cakes pies. While they are mostly sweet, different colored peaches also taste different. It is a widely available fruit and hence is not too pricey. Packed with antioxidants and minerals, peaches are great for improving digestion and heart health. It is also known to help prevent some kinds of cancers.
5. Peach Palm
Also known as the Palm Chesnutt, the taste of a peach palm is somewhat similar to a roasted chestnut while the texture is similar to that of a sweet potato. Packed with fiber, carbohydrates, multiple vitamins and many essential minerals, peach palms are great for improving eye vision and boosting energy levels. It also helps reduce blood pressure and improves digestion.
6. Peanut
Often wrongfully considered nuts, peanuts are actually fruits that are produced in many parts of the world. It gained international popularity after peanut candies, chocolates containing peanut and peanut butter became common. Packed with carbohydrates, fibers and minerals, peanuts pack a mild flavor and make for great snacks whether boiled or roasted. When eaten in moderation, peanuts reduce the risk of many chronic diseases.
7. Pear
Pears are grown and loved around the world. It has a unique tangy, sweet and spicy taste. It can be eaten raw and is very popularly used in making desserts. Pears is low in cholesterol and helps support weight loss and maintenance. Packed with essential antioxidants and dietary fiber, pears are said to reduce chances of diabetes, heart diseases and cancer.
8. Pecan
Having a taste similar to that of a walnut, pecans are largely sourced from regions in America. Its high demand and low supply makes it an expensive fruit in the market. Pecans can be eaten raw, roasted, or used in desserts such as pecan pies. Packed with antioxidants and vitamins, pecans are great for regulating blood cholesterol levels.
9. Pique
Known for being a dangerous fruit, piques are native to parts of Brazil. The soft flesh surrounds a spikey pit. If eaten without caution, the spikes can pierce the insides of the mouth. They are also very hard to remove. The pique has a distinct taste and smells like cheese. Usually a pique is consumed in tea form, which is said to be great for gut health and induces calmness in a person.
10. Persian Lime
The Persian lime, also known as the seedless lime, is a hybrid fruit species. This citrus fruit is cultivatedby crossing a lemon and a key lime. The fruits it produces are are juicy, acidic, and tart. Loaded with nutrients, Persian limes are great for boosting immunity, preventing kidney stones, and helping with heart diseases. Persian limes also help promote glowing skin.
11. Persimmon
The persimmon fruit is grown on a number of different tree species. Having a sweet honey-like taste, its texture is the same as that of an apricot. It has an edible peel and can be eaten raw. Persimmon is a great source of magnesium, vitamins A and C. These nutrients help improve blood clotting, preventing cancers and strokes.
12. Peumo
Grown commonly in Chile and Argentina, these red colored berries are said to have an unpleasant taste. This fruit is most popular for its medicinal benefits. It is rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that help boost the body’s immunity. Peumo is well known for improving skin, hair and nails.
13. Pewa
Having a mild taste, the Pewa fruit is cooked with honey, salt or sugar to enhance its taste. It is more commonly cooked than eaten raw. Pewa is a great source of many vitamins, magnesium, carbohydrates and fiber. The fruit is not only known for improving eyesight in general, but also for enhancing vision in dim light settings. The peels of a Pewa can serve as a laxative.
14. Phalsa
Also known as the Indian Sherbet Berry, the phalsa has a delicious sweet, tangy sour taste. This fruit is packed with many essential vitamins and minerals. It is excellent for regulating electrolyte imbalance, hypertension and blood sugar levels. It is also great for those with anemia, joint pains and many respiratory issues.
15. Physalis Fruit
Native to South American countries, the Physalis fruit is similar to a tart berry with a papery wrapping. It has a sweet pineapple-like taste and is very versatile. It can be eaten raw, or can be cooked to make desserts, jams and candies. With high levels of vitamin C, it is a great fruit for improving your heart health, skin tissue and eye vision.
16. Pigeonpea
The pigeonpea fruit is a common food in many continents. It is very popular in South Asia and is used for being a great source of protein. This fruit has a crunchy texture and a nutty taste. The many minerals and vitamins in the fruit helps in regulating blood pressure, maintaining weight, preventing anemia and sustaining a healthy digestive system.
17. Pigeon Plum
The pigeon plum has a purple fruit and tiny green flowers. While humans find the taste too sour for direct consumption, many animals love pecking on this fruit. The fruit is more commonly made into jellies or wine. The fruit is fantastic for treating gastrointestinal problems. It is used in making aphrodisiac tea which helps promote calmness and positive feelings.
18. Pig Face
Commonly found in Eastern Australia, the pig face fruit has a red to purple color. The tiny fruit has a taste similar to that of a kiwi or a salty strawberry. It can be cooked as well as eaten raw. The fruit is considered to have high amounts of beneficial antioxidants, which give the pig facefruit anti-inflammatory properties. The pig face fruit juice has medicinal benefits and can treat wounds and insect bites.
19. Pili Nut
Pili nuts, when consumed raw, have a taste and texture similar to that of sunflower seeds. They are more commonly cooked or roasted to develop a buttery texture with a finer taste. The many vitamins, minerals and essential antioxidants found in pili nuts help regulate blood pressure, lower cholesterol, improve brain health and keep your bones strong.
20. Pineapple
Pineapples are one of the most popular tropical fruits. They are grown in many parts of the world. Pineapples have a delicious, sweet-tangy taste that makes it perfect for cocktails, desserts and also on their own. The fruit has a very high vitamin content and contains many minerals and antioxidants. Making pineapples a regular part of your diet helps ease digestion, boost immunity, speed up recovery, and reduce chances of cancer.
21. Pine-berry
The pine-berry is a hybrid fruit species. While it looks similar to a white strawberry, it tastes like a pineapple. Being less acidic than strawberries make these fruit more delicious and desirable. These berries are very rare, which is why they are priced high. The high vitamin C and antioxidant content of the fruit makes it great for preventing flu, common cold and allergies tec.
22. Pink-flowered Native Raspberry
The pink-flowered native raspberry is a small berry that originates from Eastern Australia. This edible fruit is very dry, not sweet and does not taste good. The fruit has more medicinal benefits than a great flavor profile. The leaves are used to make a tonic that helps with nausea. The vitamins and minerals are good for regulating the heart and improving cholesterol levels.
23. Pitaya
A pitaya, also more popularly known as the Dragon Fruit, is grown in many countries in North and South America. Known for its beautiful vibrant pink outsides and its white insides, a Pitaya tastes very sweet. This fruit is packed with many flavonoids, antioxidants and vitamins. Its consumption helps lower you blood sugar and strengthen your immune system.
24. Pitomba
A Pitomba is a small, light orange colored fruit native to Brazil. The Pitomba smells sweet and has a sweet-sour taste. It belongs to the Lychee family and is rich in proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. It is great for boosting immunity, for improving bone strength, for a healthy digestive system and helps speed up healing.
25. Plantain
Plantains are members of the banana family. Unlike , plantains are green, much bigger and have thicker peels. Ripe plantains taste like bananas but the green ones taste like a potato, and have a starchier texture. These although can be eaten raw, are best served fried. This fruit has high carbohydrate content, which helps boost energy levels. The vitamin C helps with immunity and improves skin health.
26. Plum
Well-loved around the world, plums are delicious fruits. What makes them interesting besides their taste is their color, which ranges from bright reds to deep purples. The darker a plum, the sweeter it is. It is packed with high levels of vitamins and minerals that help improve immunity, regulate blood pressure, improve gut health and improve skin quality. The antioxidants have anti-inflammatory properties. The fruit is also great for improving bone health.
27. Plumcot
A Plumcot is a hybrid fruit species, which is a cross between and plum and an apricot. The fruit has an incredible taste and a distinct bright red inside. If you want to eat it raw, you can cut it up or put it in smoothies or you can cook them down to make sauces. These fruits are a great source of dietary fiber. This helps improve bowel movements and overall gut health. It also has a lot of vitamin C which helps boost immunity.
28. Pluot
The Pluot is a hybrid fruit species, which is a cross between different plum varieties. Pluots are much tastier and sweeter than plums. Because of their great flavor, it is also called a ‘Flavor Grenade.’ It is loaded with many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It is especially great for those struggling with type 2 diabetes. It improves skin, nail and hair health as well.
29. Podocarpus
The Podocarpus is a type of conifer that prodices red, purple and blue berry-like fruits. It can be eaten directly or is also commonly cooked into pies, jams and cakes. The fruit has a slight sweet taste. The fruit has a level of toxicity hence should not be eaten raw in large amounts. It is great for treating asthma, fever, coughs, chest pains, and cholera.
30. Poha
The fruit is round, orange, and looks like a small tomato. Their papery outer covering needs to be removed before it can be eaten. These fruits have tropical pineapple-like sweet taste. They are extremely juicy and are great in salads. The fruit has many essential vitamins and antioxidants that make it great for improving the immunity, heart and skin.
31. Pois Doux
Also known as the ice cream bean, the Pois Doux is a fruit native to South Africa. The fruit has a long green pod-like shape. Inside these pods are big seeds surrounded by a delicious white fruity pulp. The taste of this pulp is very similar to that of vanilla ice cream. The fruit contains vitamin A, B and C, along with fiber, protein and many beneficial antioxidants.
32. Pomato
Pomato is a hybrid fruit species, cultivated by crossing a tomato and a potato. It can be eaten raw or be cooked. It is packed with vitamin C and many other minerals. It also has high carbohydrate content, which makes it a great source of energy. A pomato is great for boosting immunity and regulating blood pressure levels.
33. Pomcite
A pomcite is a fruit with a leathery thick peel and a hairy pit. It resembles a mango, and is green from the outside and yellow from the inside. The fruit is great source of vitamin C and fiber. It makes it great for tissue repair, fast healing, andimproving gut health.
34. Pomegranate
The pomegranate is very popular fruit grown in many parts of the world. Loved for its beautiful red and vibrant color, pomegranate seeds taste sweet and tangy. They are loaded with a lot of vitamin C, vitamin F, fiber and folic acid. This makes it great for a healthy immune system and for regulating the gut.
35. Pomelo
A pomelo is the largest variant from the grapefruit family. It is yellowish-green from the outside and has a pale yellow juicy pulp. This fruit is great for weight loss and healthy digestion. The antioxidants make the pomelo great for anti-aging as well as for boosting the immunity. Its also has cancer fighting properties.
36. Pommecythere
A Pommecythere is fruit with a thick strong peel and a mango like hairy pit. Like a pomcite fruit, a Pommecythere is also green from the outside and yellow from the inside. The fruit is packed with many essential vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. It is great for healthy skin and helps regulate the body’s functions.
37. Pomerac
While they are also known as Malay apples, the Pomerac has a more fibrous texture than an apple. It has a red outside and is not crunchy to eat. It has high water content. The many medicinal qualities of this fruit are great for treating diabetes, asthma, fatigue fever and sore eyes.
38. Pond Apple
The pond apple has the same color, size and texture of that of an unripe apple. These fruits have a strong smell and the flavor has a touch of methanol. Packed with high amounts of fiber and vitamins, the fruit keeps the gut healthy and promotes healthy bodily functions.
39. Prickly Pear
The prickly pear fruit is native to Mexico. You can eat the fruit pump after removing the prickly thorns and spikes. Like a melon, this fruit tastes sweet but a little bland. The fruit is great for treating type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It is also great for those dealing with high cholesterol, obesity and aids to weight loss.
40. Prumnopitys
The prumnopitys is a long, tasty blue and purple colored fruit. It is sweet in taste and is mostly eaten by native American people. The fruit has many mineral, vitamins, iron and antioxidants. This makes the fruit great for regulating blood sugar-level and blood pressure. It promotes a healthier body and helps with weight loss.
41. Prune
A prune is essentially a dried plum. It is small and dark purple in color, and commonly eaten in Europe. The fruit is packed with high levels of vitamins, minerals and potassium. Potassium in fruits helps as a mood enhancer, whith the vitamins help boost immunity, improve skin health and speed up recovery.
42. Pulasan
A pulasan is a tropical fruit of the soapberry family. It has a spikey vibrant red peel and a soft white pulp. The pulp is sweet and tangy. The fruit is great to add in salads and desserts. It is great for losing the extra body fat and even better for maintaining that loss. The fruit is especially great for treating diabetes and helps control blood sugar levels.
43. Pummelo
The pummelo, like a pomelo, is a part of the grapefruit family. It can get as big as a big watermelon. It is sweet and very juicy. The citrusy pulp has loads of vitamin C and fiber. This makes the fruit great for skin healing, skin health, boosting immunity and improving vision.
44. Pumpkin
The pumpkin is more than just a festive ornament. It is a very popular fruit around the world and can be eaten in multiple ways. Pumpkin juices, pies and seeds are well loved around the globe. It has beta carotene, vitamin C and E, and folate. It is an excellent fruit for strengthening the immune system and helping the body defend itself against diseases.
45. Pupunha
Native to Brazil, the pupunha is a vibrantly-colored fruit. It can range from a light yellow to a bright vibrant red. The darker and more vibrant its color, the more nutritious it is. The fruit is fantastic for helping skin cells heal. It also helps improve muscle health and other bodily functions.
46. Purple Apple Berry
The purple apply berry is a small plum-colored fruit native to Australia. The taste of this fruit is similar to a stewed apple, just with a fruity note. It is great to be used in salads, desserts and for making jams. Packed with many essential vitamins and minerals, the fruit is great for maintaining healthy bodily functions. It is great for gum health and improves immunity.
