Aprium

==Description==
The aprium which is a plum and apricot hybrid with mostly apricot heritage. Like apricots, apriums have slightly fuzzy skin. Apriums are known for their sweetness and flavor; the sugar content of these fruits is much higher than that of a plum or apricot alone.
== Availability ==
Aprium season stretches from May to September. Pluots can be found mostly in milder climates.
== Selection ==
Apriums should be plump and firm. 
== Storage ==
Apriums should be ripened at room temperature and then refrigerated.
== Preparation ==
Fruit should be washed well and dried before consumption. To remove pit, cut the fruit in half. Apriums can be eaten fresh or cooked.
== Varieties ==
There is only one variety of aprium currently on the market. The Honey Rich interspecific is bright orange and has bright orange flesh.
== Source ==
* Fruit of the Month: Pluot & Aprium by the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, public domain government resource—original source of article
Category:Stone fruit