Black Cherry

Common Name: Black Cherry
Species Name: Prunus serotina Ehrh.
Family Name: Rosaceae
Plant Type: Trees


Plant Facts
Origin	North America
Duration	Perennial
Distribution in Oklahoma	Eastern third of the state
Sun Preference	Intermediate to intolerant of shade
Susceptibility	Fungal diseases like leaf spot, powdery mildew, root rot and fire blight

ID Characteristics

Field Identification Characteristics

One of the most valuable hardwoods in U.S. where it grows well
Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 18-inch diameter, 50 to 70-foot height
- Leaves: Decidious Broadleaf
- Leaf Type: Simple
- Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
- Leaf Shape: Oblong, finely serrate
- Stipules: Yes
Floral Characteristics
- Petals: Many spreading or drooping
- Petal Number: 5
- Flower Color: White
- Flower Timing: Late Spring
- Fruit Type: Drupe