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by  N.Morgan The pomegranate is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub in the family Lythraceae, subfamily Punicoideae, that grows between 5 and 10 m tall. The pomegranate originated in the region extending from Iran to northern India and has been cultivated since ancient times throughout the Mediterranean region .  One of the oldest known fruits, found in writings and artifacts of many cultures and religions, the pomegranate (Punica granatum) is an original native of Persia. This nutrient-dense, antioxidant-rich fruit has been revered as a symbol of health, fertility and eternal life. There are many that believe that pomegranates were in the Garden of Eden. Maybe that is why it is such a miracle fruit? Pomegranate juice is available year-round, but you can purchase fresh pomegranates in most grocery stores from September through January. When refrigerated in a plastic bag, pomegranates keep for up to 2 months. A compound found only in pomegranates called punicalagin ...