Concord grape
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The Concord grape is a specific cultivar of the fox grape, developed in the northeastern United States. It is known for its distinctive bluish-black color and is commonly used for making juice and jellies.1
Grapes, in general, belong to the genus Vitis and are vining plants native to the north temperate zone. They can be eaten fresh, dried into raisins, or used to make juice and wine. Botanically, a grape is a berry, containing pulp and seeds. Grapes are a source of minerals like calcium and phosphorus, as well as vitamin A and sugars.2
While the European wine grape (Vitis vinifera) is predominant for wine production, North American species like the fox grape (V. labrusca) are important for table grapes, jellies, and juices, including the Concord grape.2
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