Prunus serotina

A common, medium size tree of hardwood forests, hedgerows, and edge habitats. The bark on older trees is distinctive; the wood is valued for furniture. Leaves are shiny on the upperside and aromatic. Fruit is used by birds and other wildlife; host for several butterflies but also very attractive to tent caterpillars.

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Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
black cherry
Type: 
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture: 
Moist
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Well-drained
Attracts butterflies
Showy fruit

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