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In 1693, Captain Shaddock brought pomelo seeds to the West Indies and planted them near some orange trees. This cross pollination resulted in the creation of the grapefruit.

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In 1693, Captain Shaddock brought pomelo seeds to the West Indies and planted them near some orange trees. This cross pollination resulted in the creation of the grapefruit.

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