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Apricot

Prunus armeniaca

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Fruit

Major cosmetic applications

Major cosmetic applications

Moisturizing. Free radicals scavenger. Skin conditioning.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Central Asia

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Rejuvenating. Rich in vitamin C. Laxative.

Curiosities

Curiosities

Armenia has a long tradition of cultivation since ancient times and calls it the "Armenian Apple".