Japanese Apricot (Prunus mume)
Prunus mume, the Japanese Apricot, is a deciduous tree or shrub celebrated for its fragrant spring blossoms and edible fruit, widely used in East Asian cuisine and traditional medicine.
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Temperature
Ideal Growing Range
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeding
Care Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is ideal.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season, reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Ideal Growing Range
15-25 °C during the growing season; requires a cold period for dormancy.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Moderate Feeding
Fertilize in early spring and mid-summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
4-10 m
Spread
3-6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Size
1.5-2.5 cm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderRosales
- familyRosaceae
- genusPrunus
- speciesPrunus mume
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
None