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Laurier cerise

Prunus laurocerasus

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About

The Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) is a species in the genus Prunus. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (India), Europe (20 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Roses & Allies)

Family

Rosaceae (Rose Family)

Genus

Prunus (Cherries & Plums)

Species

Prunus laurocerasus (Laurier cerise)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Laurel Cerezo

French Laurier cerise

German Kirschlorbeer

Portuguese loureiro-cerejeiro

Similar Species in Prunus

arbre à petites merises

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Laurier cerise?

The scientific name of Laurier cerise is Prunus laurocerasus. It belongs to the genus Prunus.

Where does Laurier cerise live?

Laurier cerise is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (India), Europe (20 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary.

What family does Laurier cerise belong to?

Laurier cerise (Prunus laurocerasus) belongs to the genus Prunus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.

What kingdom does Laurier cerise belong to?

Laurier cerise (Prunus laurocerasus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Laurier cerise?

The closest relatives of Laurier cerise in the genus Prunus include Abricotier, abricotier du Japon, amandier de Chine, Amandier Nain, arbre à petites merises.