An excellent source of beta-carotene (Vitamin A). California apricots also provide Vitamin C, iron, potassium, and fiber among other nutrients Just three fresh apricots provide an impressive 45 percent of the recommended daily amount for beta-carotene The beta-carotene found in apricots is believed to play a critical role in fighting disease Because beta-carotene turns to [...]
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Apricot Classification
June 14, 2010 – 11:23 pm
Apricot Kingdom: Plantae Division: Magnoliophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: Rosales Family: Rosaceae Genus: Prunus Subgenus: Prunus Species: P. armeniaca
Apricot
June 14, 2010 – 11:09 pm
History of the Apricot The apricot is a fruit related to the plum, but more similar in appearance to the nectarine or peach with colors ranging from yellow to orange. It’s skin is velvety soft. Apricots have a stone or pit type of seed like peaches and plums. It is believed that apricots originated in [...]