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What is the World's Smallest Fruit?

Published in Botany 1 min read

The world's smallest fruit is the one-seeded fruit of the Duckweed plant Wolffia globosa. These fruits, often called Watermeal, are incredibly tiny.

Details About Wolffia globosa

  • Wolffia globosa is part of the Duckweed family.
  • Its fruit measures approximately 0.3 mm in length.
  • To give you a better idea, that's about the size of a grain of table salt!

Size Comparison

Here’s a comparison to help visualize the size:

Fruit Size (approximate)
Wolffia globosa fruit 0.3 mm
Grain of Table Salt ~0.3 mm

As you can see, this minuscule fruit is a true marvel of the plant kingdom.

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