Which phytochemical gives plants a red pigment?

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Lycopene is a red pigment commonly found in tomatoes, watermelon, and grapefruit. It is a type of carotenoid, a group of pigments responsible for the bright colors of fruits and vegetables. Beta-carotene and lutein are also carotenoids, but they give plants an orange and yellow pigment, respectively. Allicin and quercetin are not pigments, but are phytochemicals found in garlic and onions, and apples and onions, respectively.

Which Phytochemical Gives Plants a Red Pigment