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Himalayan Ambarella 
Spondias axillaris

A subtropical, wild ambarella relative from Nepal. Fruits are oval-rectangular in shape and grow to a little over an inch. Skin ripens to yellow, with white flesh that has an acidic flavor. The fruits are high in vitamin C.

Description: A deciduous tree growing to 15-30 feet.

Hardiness: Unknown. The species could show some frost tolerance in theory, but minimal information is available.

Growing Environment: Unknown.

Propagation: By seeds.

Uses: The fruits are eaten fresh, used in juices and desserts. A popular fruit locally in India. The fruits are sold in markets and the tree is cultivated on a small scale.

Native Range: Native to Nepal. The tree is found wild on the Himalayan slopes up to about 4500 feet.