There may be nothing as American as apple pie, but the U.S. hardly has a lock on apples. Scientists point to the mountains of Kazakhstan as the birthplace of the storied fruits, varieties of which have been cultivated in temperate climates the world over for centuries.

(And if you’re interested in the history of apples, why they’re probably not the “forbidden fruit” and the curious way they’re cultivated, we have some fun reading for you at these links. Trust us—apples are fascinating!)

There are thousands of varieties of apples, which may come as a surprise if you’re accustomed to a supermarket selection of Gala, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, and Granny Smith. These types, along with about five others, account