Apricot
Prunus armeniaca
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Description
The apricot (Prunus armeniaca) is a species of fruit-bearing tree in the rose family, Rosaceae, native to Armenia, Azerbaijan, northern Iran, Georgia, Turkey, and West Himalaya. The apricot tree is of medium size with a rounded crown and widely spaced branches. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate, 7โ16 cm (2.8โ6.3 in) long and 4โ8 cm (1.6โ3.1 in)
Growing Details
Apricots are best grown in full sun on well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. They are relatively drought-tolerant once established, but perform best with occasional summer watering.
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Carbon Farming
Attracts Wildlife
Building Wood
Bee Friendly
Visual Appeal
Easy Propagating
Range (Based on GBIF Data)
The map shows known occurrence points of <strong>Prunus armeniaca</strong> recorded in scientific biodiversity databases.
Source: <a href="https://www.gbif.org" target="_blank">GBIF.org</a> โ Global Biodiversity Information Facility
Location & Timing
native geo location: China, Central Asia
applicable geo region: Temperate zones worldwide
language used: english
Flowering:
middle
of March for 20 days
Harvest:
middle
of Jun for 30 days
Seed Start:
middle
of July
Indoor Start:
Transplant:
Uses & Benefits
Edible Rating:
(3/5)
edible uses: The apricot is eaten fresh or used in pies, tarts, jams, and other desserts. It is also used in savory dishes, such as apricot glazed ham.
Medicinal Rating:
(3/5)
medicinal uses:
health concerns: The pits of apricots contain cyanogenic glycosides, compounds that release cyanide. Cyanide is poisonous, so it is important to remove the pits before eating. In small quantities, hydrogen cyanide has been shown to stimulate respiration and improve digestion, it is also claimed to be of benefit in the treatment of cancer.
other uses: The wood is close-grained, hard, and durable. It is used for furniture, flooring, paneling, and turned objects. It is also used as firewood.
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Botanical data
specie: Prunus armeniaca
common names: Apricot, kajsija
family: Rosaceae
sub family: Prunoideae
tribe: Prunini
sub tribe: Pruninae
genus: Prunus
Growing Conditions
area needed: 5.0 m
spacing: 3.0 m
grow time (non perennials): None days
growing difficulty: Medium
Deciduous / Evergreen: Evergreen
Seed Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 20ยฐC / 15ยฐC / 35ยฐC
Plant Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 20ยฐC / -15ยฐC / 35ยฐC
water demands: Low
humidity:
light demands: Low
root type: Shallow
frost tender:
hardness:
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first harvest: 2 years
life span: None years
succession:
growth rate:
max height: 9.0 m
max width: 6.0 m
soil preference:
pH preference:
flower type:
Hermaphrodite
growth details: Apricots are best grown in full sun on well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. They are relatively drought-tolerant once established, but perform best with occasional summer watering.
Potential Disturbances: Apricot trees encounter pressures from aphids, caterpillars, and peach twig borers. Shot hole borers, scales, thrips, and whiteflies can also present challenges.
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