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how many types of avocado do we have
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There are over 500 varieties of avocados, but they can generally be categorized into three main types based on their origin and traits:
1. **Mexican Avocados (Persea Americana var. drymifolia)**: These avocados are usually smaller and have a smoother, dark green skin. They tend to be more cold-tolerant and have a rich, creamy flavor. Popular varieties include 'Hass,' 'Fuerte,' and 'Bacon.'
2. **Guatemalan Avocados (Persea Americana var. guatemalensis)**: Guatemalan avocados are known for their large size, thick skin, and high oil content. They are typically less tolerant to cold temperatures. Common varieties include 'Zutano' and 'Pinkerton.'
3. **West Indian Avocados (Persea Americana var. americana)**: These avocados are larger, have a shiny skin, and are generally grown in tropical climates. They tend to have a milder flavor and lower oil content. Examples include 'Florida' varieties.
The most widely recognized and commercially available avocado variety is the 'Hass,' which is a hybrid that exhibits characteristics from both Mexican and Guatemalan avocados.
1. **Mexican Avocados (Persea Americana var. drymifolia)**: These avocados are usually smaller and have a smoother, dark green skin. They tend to be more cold-tolerant and have a rich, creamy flavor. Popular varieties include 'Hass,' 'Fuerte,' and 'Bacon.'
2. **Guatemalan Avocados (Persea Americana var. guatemalensis)**: Guatemalan avocados are known for their large size, thick skin, and high oil content. They are typically less tolerant to cold temperatures. Common varieties include 'Zutano' and 'Pinkerton.'
3. **West Indian Avocados (Persea Americana var. americana)**: These avocados are larger, have a shiny skin, and are generally grown in tropical climates. They tend to have a milder flavor and lower oil content. Examples include 'Florida' varieties.
The most widely recognized and commercially available avocado variety is the 'Hass,' which is a hybrid that exhibits characteristics from both Mexican and Guatemalan avocados.