Kuqa Prunus Mume

Kuqa Prunus Mume

Kuqa Prunus Mume is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Geographical Scope

　　　Covering seven towns, four townships, and two farms in Kuqa County, Aksu Prefecture, Xinjiang, from Wujia Town in the east to Alahage Town in the west, from Hanihatamu Township in the south to Yixihala Town in the north.

　　Prunus mume, known as "Kara Yuluk" (meaning black apricot) in Uyghur, is a variety of European plum. The prunus mume of Kuqa features salt-alkali resistance, drought tolerance, and thin skin. The fruit turns deep purple-black when ripe, with a sweet and sour taste, and begins to bear fruit four years after planting.

　　Prunus mume is an alkaline food. As a snack, it not only satisfies cravings but also helps balance the body’s blood pH level. People with excessive internal heat should eat more prunus mume, as it can reduce liver heat, aid digestion in the spleen and stomach, and nourish the liver. Prunus mume is especially rich in citric acid, which effectively inhibits lactic acid and eliminates harmful substances that cause blood vessel aging. Since it promotes secretion of the salivary and gastric glands, it helps relieve thirst, prevents motion sickness during travel, aids in sobering up, and benefits muscles, bones, and vascular tissues.