Orange is believed to have appeared several million years ago, around 20 million years ago. Citrus fruits of this form are said to have appeared in the Malaysian peninsula at a time when these South Pacific islands were still part of a larger landmass encompassing both Australia and Asia. This is when the Mediterranean route began to be used to introduce other civilizations to the orange tree, during the Crusades. The Orange Silk Road runs through Europe, the Middle East and the Middle East. It is in Sicily that the orange tree will prove its importance in Europe. It will soon be admired by other countries in the south of the continent. After some time, the orange tree reached Spain and was given the name "Orange".It is said that the Hindus chose the name, which was adopted by the Arabs and then slightly modified by the Spanish. In fact, "naranja" means "orange" in Spanish. Native to Southeast Asia, from India to southern China, this shrub is commonly cultivated throughout Europe. It is found mainly in the Mediterranean region of France,and is much rarer than the sweet orange tree. It is planted in most of the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Its spiny shoots have tough, persistent, glossy dark green leaves with winged petioles. The leaves are very aromatic when crushed. The orange tree and all its components are used in many forms. The fruit of the orange tree can be eaten pure, it can also be mixed with other fruits in the preparation of cakes or fruit salad. Its zest is used to make syrup, but also used as a dye or in alcoholic beverages. Orange syrup is famous for its tonic properties, it is usually prepared by cutting into slices with a few pieces of orange zest, which are left to mix with the wine for half a day. It will then be necessary to strain the preparation and add enough water and sugar to make it taste syrupy. Bitter orange leaves are often used for their sedative properties, said to be able to calm nervous people and help them sleep. It is also prescribed against coughs and is apparently soudorphic in colds. The fruit, orange, carries very positive vibes. Oranges are recommended to be eaten frequently for the vitamins they bring to the body. It is a way to combine pleasure and health, its taste is actually slightly acidic and its soft juicy side is a delight to the mouth. Orange fruit is known for its ability to suppress appetite.