Fruit Creatures : Juniper Berry

ℹ️ The juniper berry, scientifically known as Juniperus communis, is not a true berry but a seed cone from the Cupressaceae family. Native to the Northern Hemisphere, juniper berries grow on evergreen shrubs or trees. Featuring a blue-black hue, these berries are rich in essential oils and possess a distinctive piney flavor. Traditionally used in culinary and medicinal applications, juniper berries are key to flavoring gin. Remarkably, they take several years to ripen. Juniper bushes thrive in various climates, from arctic tundras to high mountains. Beyond their culinary use, juniper berries hold cultural and symbolic significance in various traditions worldwide.