Prunus armeniaca
Plant Details
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acid Neutral Basic
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Fruit, Oil, Seed
Glue, Dye, Gom, Oil, Wood, Carbon farming
Description
Fruits can be eaten raw, cooked, or dried for later use. The best fruits are soft and juicy with a delightful, rich flavor. Wild trees in the Himalayas produce more than 47.5 kg of fruit per year. The fruits of the wild form contain approximately 6.3% sugar, 0.7% protein, 2.5% ash, and 2.5% pectin. Every 100 g of the fruit contains about 10 mg of vitamin C in the flesh. The fruit is about 5 cm in diameter and contains one large seed. The seeds can be eaten both raw and cooked. Bitter seeds should be consumed in moderation, while sweeter seeds can be eaten freely. Bitter seeds can serve as a substitute for bitter almonds when making marzipan. Edible gum can also be obtained from the trunk. The seed contains up to 50% of an edible, semi-drying oil.
Harvest Data
Crown Data
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
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Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
Enhances soil quality and provides organic matter for the apricot tree. |
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Morus nigra Black Mulberry |
Provides shade and reduces competition for moisture around the root zone of the apricot tree. |
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Prunus domestica Plum |
Shares similar pest resistance traits and helps in attracting beneficial insects. |
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Corylus avellana Hazel |
Nutrient accumulator and helps provide ground cover, reducing weeds. |
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Rhus typhina Sumach |
Attracts pollinators and pests’ predators, enhancing biodiversity in the garden. |
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Salvia officinalis Sage |
Repels certain pests and attracts pollinators, aiding in fruit production. |
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Lonicera japonica Japanese Honeysuckle |
Provides additional pollen sources, promoting honeybee activity. |