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)