Grapefruit : The grapefruit First known as the "forbidden fruit" before being named "grapefruit" in the 1800s for its grape-like clusters, originated in Barbados in the 18th century. Grapfruit is a citrus hybrid created through an accidental cross between the sweet orange and the pomelo. Both of which were introduced to the Caribbean from Asia in the 17th century.
Grapefruit : The grapefruit First known as the "forbidden fruit" before being named "grapefruit" in the 1800s for its grape-like clusters, originated in Barbados in the 18th century. Grapfruit is a citrus hybrid created through an accidental cross between the sweet orange and the pomelo. Both of which were introduced to the Caribbean from Asia in the 17th century.