Cornelian cherry (Cornus mas L.) – characteristics, nutritional and pro-health properties
Journal: Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Technologia Alimentaria
Year: 2019

The cornelian cherry Cornus mas L. belongs to the Cornaceae family (Cornaceae). It can be found naturally in the central and south-eastern regions of Europe. Its fruits are characterized by oval or oval-oblong shape, with colours ranging from light yellow to dark cherry. The taste of fruits is usually considered to be tart- sweet, sour and in some cases sweet-pineapple. All cultivars of the cornelian cherry have a high biological value, which is mainly connected with their antioxidant activity,