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Prunus ledebouriana

(Schlecht.) Y. Y. Yao

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Description

A temperate tree in the Rosaceae family found on mountain slopes and along rivers, valued for the oil content of its nuts.

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Edible Uses

The nuts are processed for oil.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant. It grows on mountain slopes and along rivers.

Where It Grows

Central Asia, Kazakhstan,

Synonyms

Amygdalus ledebouriana Schltdl.

References (1)

  • Eastwood, A., et al, 2009. The Red List of Trees of Central Asia. Fauna & Flora International. (As Amygdalus ledebouriana)

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