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
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Closed canopy forest |
| Soil Type | Moist |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 6 to 8 |
| Successional Stage | Early to mid-successional |