Almond (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis var. dulcis)

Other names: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis var. amara

The common almond (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis var. dulcis), also known by the technical name Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis var. amara, is a tree of the Rosaceae family native to the Middle East and southwest Asia. It is known for its annual production of sweet, edible almonds, which are harvested in late summer and autumn. The almond tree is an evergreen tree that grows from 4 to 10 metres tall. The tree is characterised by its beautiful pink flowers, which appear in late winter and spring, before the leaves start to emerge.

The fruit of the almond tree, the almond, is used in many sectors of the food industry. It is a popular raw material in confectionery, bakeries and chocolate factories. Sweet almonds are also used to press oil, which is widely used in the cosmetics industry to produce various creams, masks, shampoos and other body and hair care products. Almond oil is highly valued for its nourishing and moisturizing properties. In addition, almonds are used to make almond milk, which is a popular plant-based alternative to conventional cow's milk. Almonds are also used in the production of liqueurs and marzipan. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis var. amara is a variety of the common almond producing bitter almonds, which are mainly used in medicine and perfumery.