almond
Prunus amygdalus
Member of
plums, cherries, and allies (genus Prunus)
rose family (family Rosaceae)
dicots (class Magnoliopsida)
pale purple, pink in flowering plants
Toxicity:
in general for bitter almond (Prunus dulcis):
4 – Ingestion of these plants, especially in large amounts, is expected to cause serious effects to the heart, liver, kidneys or brain. If ingested in any amount, call the poison center immediately.
chewed seeds of ornamental cherry, ornamental plum (Prunus spp.):
4 – Ingestion of these plants, especially in large amounts, is expected to cause serious effects to the heart, liver, kidneys or brain. If ingested in any amount, call the poison center immediately.
Chris’s observations: 8 (2 are research grade)
Locations:
- Stevens Creek CP: 3
- Alum Rock Park, San Jose: 2
- Dry Creek Pioneer RP
- Los Gatos Creek Trail
- Sunol Wilderness RP
Months:
- Jan.: 1
- Feb.: 5
- Mar.: 1
- Apr.: 0
- May: 1
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Not all sites agree about the scientific name:
Bay Area species:
iNaturalist
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Calflora
