Almond Tree
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Almond Tree
Prunus agrestis Jord. & Fourr.
The Almond Tree is a beautiful tree that produces sweet almonds. Almonds are a nutritious snack and can also be made into almond milk!
Habitat: Warm, sunny areas
Appearance
The Almond Tree is a small, bushy deciduous shrub or tree, usually growing only a few meters tall. It has delicate pinkish-white flowers in early spring, followed by fuzzy green fruits that contain a hard shell and a bitter, inedible seed.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTRACHEOPHYTAClassMagnoliopsidaOrderROSALESFamilyROSACEAEGenusPrunus
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient people sometimes used its strong, flexible branches to make tools!
Its tiny flowers are among the very first blossoms to appear in spring!
This hardy tree can amazingly grow even on very steep, stony hillsides!
Wild almond seeds contain a natural chemical that tastes super bitter!
Special abilities
Ability
Bitter Defense
Almond Tree has bitter compounds in its seeds that help it defend against animals trying to eat its precious offspring.
Ability
Drought Survivor
Almond Tree can thrive in dry, rocky soils because it has deep roots that help it find precious water underground.
Ability
Early Bloomer
Almond Tree can bloom very early in spring, giving its flowers a head start to attract pollinators.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 1-3 m
- Canopy Spread
- 1-2.5 m
- Edible
- No
- Trunk Diameter
- 5-15 cm
- Lifespan
- 15-30 years
- Fruit Type
- Drupe
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
pollinates
Common Honeybee
Apis mellifera
Its flowers rely on these bees.
eaten by
Wild Goat
Capra aegagrus
Goats browse its leaves and shoots.
parasitizes
Brown Rot Fungus
Monilinia laxa
Causes disease in its flowers and fruit.
symbiotic with
Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungus
Rhizophagus irregularis
Helps its roots absorb nutrients.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Nut Bearing
Nut bearing plants produce hard-shelled fruits, commonly known as nuts, which contain a single seed and are a valuable food source.
Fruit Tree
A fruit tree is a perennial tree that produces fruit, which is edible to humans or animals.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Also known as
AlmondBitter AlmondSweet Almond
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Almond Tree?
1-3 m
How wide does Almond Tree spread?
1-2.5 m
Is Almond Tree edible?
No
How big is Almond Tree?
5-15 cm
How long does Almond Tree live?
15-30 years
Where is Almond Tree usually found?
Warm, sunny areas
What kind of fruit does Almond Tree produce?
Drupe
How fast does Almond Tree grow?
Medium
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