Almonds are the edible kernel of the fruit of the sweet almond tree (Prunus dulcis).
The almond tree is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia.
Almonds have a hard, green outer shell that splits open to reveal the bright white, oblong nut inside
The almond is the edible kernel of the fruit of the sweet almond tree. It is a bright white fruit wrapped in a reddish brown cover. It is consumed as dry fruit, fried and/or salted. It is an oblong drupe with an edible seed or almond of sweet flavour and bright white colour when the reddish brown skin is removed.
