Frantoio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Frantoio |
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| Olive (Olea europaea) | |
| Origin | Italy |
| Use | Oil |
The Frantoio is a special type of olive tree. It is one of the main kinds of olives used to make olive oil in Tuscany, a beautiful region in Italy. Frantoio olives make an oil that tastes fruity. It also has a stronger flavor that stays in your mouth a bit longer compared to oil from the Leccino olive.
All About the Frantoio Olive Tree
The Frantoio olive tree likes places with mild weather. It grows best where it's not too hot or too cold. This tree is not as tough as some olive trees from Spain when it comes to extreme temperatures.
How the Tree Grows
Frantoio trees grow at a medium speed. They have a light and open shape, like a tree with branches that let air and light through. Unlike many olive trees that grow more like bushes, the Frantoio often grows tall like a regular tree. When conditions are right, these trees can produce a lot of olives.
Oil Production and Pollination
The olives from a Frantoio tree give a good amount of oil. On average, about 23% to 28% of the olive fruit can be turned into oil. This olive tree is also "self-pollinating." This means it can produce fruit on its own without needing pollen from another tree. However, if other olive trees are nearby, they can help the Frantoio tree produce even more olives! The Frantoio is also great at helping other types of olive trees get pollinated.
