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European dwarf cherry

Prunus fruticosa

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (plantas)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Magnoliopsida (Dicots)
Order
Rosales (Roses & Allies)
Family
Rosaceae (Rose Family)
Genus
Prunus (Cherries & Plums)
Species
Prunus fruticosa (European dwarf cherry)

Names in Other Languages

French Prunier nain
German Zwerg-Kirsche

Similar Species in Prunus

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abrunheiro
Prunus spinosa
Least Concern
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abrunheiro-manso
Prunus domestica
Least Concern
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ameixa
Prunus salicina
Least Concern
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Ameixeira-Americana
Prunus hortulana
Least Concern
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Ameixeira-Americana
Prunus americana
Least Concern
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ameixeira-de-jardim
Prunus cerasifera
Not Evaluated
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cereja
Prunus avium
Least Concern
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cerejeira-branca
Prunus serrulata
Not Evaluated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European dwarf cherry?
The scientific name of European dwarf cherry is Prunus fruticosa. It belongs to the genus Prunus.
What is the conservation status of European dwarf cherry?
European dwarf cherry (Prunus fruticosa) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does European dwarf cherry live?
European dwarf cherry is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, United Kingdom, United States.
What family does European dwarf cherry belong to?
European dwarf cherry (Prunus fruticosa) belongs to the genus Prunus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.
Is European dwarf cherry endangered?
No, European dwarf cherry (Prunus fruticosa) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does European dwarf cherry belong to?
European dwarf cherry (Prunus fruticosa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of European dwarf cherry?
The closest relatives of European dwarf cherry in the genus Prunus include abrunheiro, abrunheiro-manso, ameixa, Ameixeira-Americana, Ameixeira-Americana.

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Prunus — 20 Species

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abrunheiro
Prunus spinosa
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abrunheiro-manso
Prunus domestica
LC 🌸
ameixa
Prunus salicina
LC 🌸
Ameixeira-Americana
Prunus americana
LC 🌸
Ameixeira-Americana
Prunus hortulana
LC 🌸
ameixeira-de-jardim
Prunus cerasifera
NE 🌸
cereja
Prunus avium
LC 🌸
cerejeira-branca
Prunus serrulata
NE 🌸
coração-de-negro
Prunus myrtifolia
NE 🌸
damasco
Prunus armeniaca
NE 🌸
damasqueiro-da-china
Prunus mume
LC 🌸
ginjeira
Prunus cerasus
LC 🌸
loureiro-cerejeiro
Prunus laurocerasus
NE 🌸
pessego-amarelo
Prunus angustifolia
LC 🌸
Carolina laurel cherry
Prunus caroliniana
LC 🌸
Black Cherry
Prunus serotina
NE 🌸
Briançon Apricot
Prunus brigantina
DD 🌸
Bat Laurel
Prunus polystachya
LC 🌸
Allegheny Plum
Prunus umbellata
LC 🌸
Gray-leaf Cherry
Prunus canescens
DD
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