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Apricot

Prunus armeniaca

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The Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) is a species in the genus Prunus. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (5 countries), Europe (19 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (نباتات)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (كاسيات البذور)

Class

Magnoliopsida (ماغنولانية)

Order

Rosales (ورديات)

Family

Rosaceae (Rose Family)

Genus

Prunus (Cherries & Plums)

Species

Prunus armeniaca (Apricot)

Names in Other Languages

Korean salgunamu

Japanese anzu

Chinese ye xing

Spanish albaricoque

French Abricotier

German Aprikose

Portuguese damasco

Turkish Kayisi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Apricot?

The scientific name of Apricot is Prunus armeniaca. It belongs to the genus Prunus.

Where does Apricot live?

Apricot is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (5 countries), Europe (19 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Albania, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, France.

What family does Apricot belong to?

Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) belongs to the genus Prunus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.

What kingdom does Apricot belong to?

Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).

What are the closest relatives of Apricot?

The closest relatives of Apricot in the genus Prunus include اللوز الشرقي, كرز بري, لوز الحقول, Allegheny Plum, Bat Laurel.