Similar in shape to a peach, the fruit is nearly smooth, round to oblong in some varieties, and somewhat flattened but with little to no hairiness when ripe. Its flesh is typically a rich yellow to yellowish orange. The seeds (also called kernels) of several varieties are sweet, though they are poisonous until roasted.
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The apricot tree has a broad canopy with branches low to the ground. It is dense and can be 15 – 40 feet tall and wide. It should be planted at least 10 feet ...
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Erect stem with a greyish-brown bark and a surface full of cracks. Reddish young branches, very twisted adult branches. Oval leaves up to 9 ...
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Jul 22, 2022 · Identification features of apricot seed and fruit are represented in Figure 1. The kernel contains the toxic phenylalanine-derived cyanogenic ...