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Himalayan Ambarella
Spondias axillaris
A subtropical, wild ambarella relative from Nepal. Fruits are oval-rectangular in shape and grow to a little over an inch. Skin ripens to yellow, with white flesh that has an acidic flavor. The fruits are high in vitamin C.
Seed Availability
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Description
A deciduous tree growing to 15-30 feet.
Hardiness
Unknown. The species could show some frost tolerance in theory, but minimal information is available.
Growing Environment
Unknown.
Propagation
By seeds.
Uses
The fruits are eaten fresh, used in juices and desserts. A popular fruit locally in India. The fruits are sold in markets and the tree is cultivated on a small scale.
Native Range
Native to Nepal. The tree is found wild on the Himalayan slopes up to about 4500 feet.
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