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1. The latin name for the European Raspberry is Rubus idaeus and botanically it belongs to the same family as roses and blackberries.

2. Most likely native to Asia, wild raspberries have been eaten since prehistoric times. Cultivation began in England and France, probably in the 1600s.

3. Scotland is famous for its raspberry growing and in the late fifties raspberries were taken from Scotland to Covent Garden on a steam train known as the Raspberry Special.

4. Traditional folklore recommends the use of raspberry leaf tea for pregnant women, it as it is suggested it may shorten the second stage of labour. Most sources agree that it should be avoided in early pregnancy.

5. Raspberries come in many colors besides red: there are also black, purple and gold raspberries.

7. Raspberries are high in potassium, vitamin A and calcium.

8. Raspberries contain more vitamin C than oranges, are high in fibre, low in calories and a good source of folic acid.

9.The annual Golden Raspberry Awards present Dis-Honors for Worst Achievements in Film in categories ranging from the obvious (Worst Picture, Actor and Actress) to the obtuse (Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-Off or Sequel and Worst Screen Couple).

10. Raspberries are good eaten fresh, but can be made into jam, sauces or smoothies .