Apricots (Prunus Armeniaca)—Morphology, Taxonomy, Composition and Health Benefits

The velvety fruit, apricot, is native to China and is known for its characteristics taste and appearance. The fruit is relatively high in carbohydrates and proteins but low in fats. Apricot is known to contain selenium, an element of huge medicinal importance due to its active participation in selenoprotein formation. Apricots have analgesic, anthelmintic, anti-asthmatic, antipyretic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, demulcent, emetic, emollient, expectorant, laxative, ophthalmic, pectoral, sedative, tonic and vulnerary effects due to its various constituents.