Scientific Name: Prunus armeniaca 

Origin: Central Asia is considered the center of origin, though it has been cultivated extensively and escaped into the wild in many places.

Tree: Apricots grow on small to medium-sized trees, 8-12 meters (26-39 feet) tall, with a trunk up to 40 cm (16 in) in diameter.

Leaves: Ovate, with a rounded base, pointed tip, and serrated margin.

Flowers: White to pinkish, produced singly or in pairs in early spring before the leaves.

Fruit: The fruit is a drupe, similar to a small peach, ranging in color from yellow to orange, often with a reddish blush.