Mexican Plum

Common Name: Mexican Plum
Species Name: Prunus mexicana Wats.
Family Name: Rosaceae
Plant Type: Trees


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

ID Characteristics

Field Identification Characteristics

Edible fruits
Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 6-inch diameter, 20-foot height
- Leaves: Decidious Broadleaf
- Leaf Type: Simple
- Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
- Leaf Shape: Elliptical, doubly saw-toothed
- Stipules: Yes
Floral Characteristics
- Petals: Fragrant and showy
- Flower Color: White
- Flower Timing: Early Spring
- Fruit Type: Drupe