👉 Almonds are edible nuts derived from the almond tree (Prunus amygdalina) which produce a white, nutty-flavored fruit that has long been used in culinary traditions worldwide. Almonds are also known as macadamias and kernels.
👉 The word "almandine" is derived from the Arabic term al-manda, which means "earth". It refers to a variety of minerals that are found in Iran and other parts of the Middle East. Almandines have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries.