What is a adherent fruit?

Adherent fruit is a type of fruit where the fleshy part is firmly attached to the seed or the other parts of the fruit, making it difficult to separate them easily. This term is often used in botanical contexts to describe fruits that do not separate cleanly from their seeds or structures when harvested. Examples include certain drupes like cherries, where the flesh clings to the pit. In contrast, non-adherent fruits allow for easier separation of the edible part from the seed.