Longting Apricot Plum

Longting Apricot Plum

　　Longting Apricot Plum is a rare wild mutant tree species discovered in 1996 on Phoenix Mountain in Longting Town, Xintai City. Its characteristics resemble those of plums and apricots, and its cultivated traits remain stable through artificial propagation. It matures in early July, bearing spherical fruits with an average weight of 47.5 grams per fruit, up to a maximum of 95 grams. When ripe, the fruits are golden yellow and shiny, with relatively firm, semi-transparent flesh, containing abundant vitamins, amino acids, minerals, as well as multiple organic acids, enzymes, and alcohols. Analysis by the Provincial Fruit Tree Research Institute shows that per 100 grams of fruit flesh, there are 11.5% soluble solids, 7.95% sugar, 0.2 mg of reduced vitamin C, and 239.8 mg of tannins. It can be used for medicinal purposes and has antibacterial and anti-cancer properties, demonstrating significant clinical effectiveness.

　　　 Longting Apricot Plum is cold-resistant, drought-resistant, pest-resistant, tolerant of poor soils, and easy to bear fruit. Its flesh can be made into canned goods, preserves, candied fruit, and more. In 2000, the town had nearly 10,000 acres under cultivation, with an annual output of 500,000 kilograms. The “Longting Apricot Plum” trademark was registered, and the product sells well in cities such as Shanghai and Fujian.