
Fun Fact: Did you know that the Loquat is considered Bermuda’s national icon and a communal resource for its citizens?
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The fruit thrives in the wild all over the country, leading to a bountiful harvest for Bermudans young and old, throughout the year.
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But, who is responsible for the Loquat love affair, considering it is not native to Bermuda?
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1839 Governor William Reid had several achievements during his term, including founding a library, building a lighthouse, and sending a packet of Loquat seeds from Malta to Bermuda, where he was posted at the time. 🌱
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High in nutritional value, the Loquat originates from China and is used medicinally there, most notably for soothing the throat in cough drops.
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The beloved Loquat is so versatile that it can be put to an abundance of good uses, transforming into jellies, jams, chutneys, desserts, including ice cream, and even liqueurs.
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