Prunus persica nucipersica

Description

Fruits - can be eaten raw, cooked, or dried for later use. They are often used in ice cream, pies, jam, and so on. When fully ripe, the fruits are at their best - they are juicy with a delicious taste. Wild trees in the Himalayas produce about 36.5 kg of fruit per year. The fruits of the wild form contain about 5.2% sugar, 2% protein, and 1.6% ash. They contain 2.3 mg of vitamin C per 100 g and are a good source of vitamin A. The fruits of wild peaches have more nutrients than cultivated forms. The size of the fruits varies greatly between different species, and wild forms can grow up to 7 cm in diameter. The fruit contains a seed. Flowers - can be eaten raw or cooked, added to salads, or used as a garnish. They can also be brewed into tea. Distillation of flowers results in a clear liquid that can impart a flavor reminiscent of the seed. Seeds - can be eaten raw or cooked. Do not eat them if they are too bitter, as seeds can contain high concentrations of cyanide. Refer to the above explanation regarding toxicity. A semi-drying oil can be extracted from the seeds. Although the edibility report does not mention it, it is assumed to be edible. Seeds can contain up to 45% oil. A gum can be harvested from the trunk and used for chewing.

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