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Cherry Plum

Prunus cerasifera

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About

The Cherry Plum (Prunus cerasifera) 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 (Armenia), Europe (24 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Roses & Allies)

Family

Rosaceae (Rose Family)

Genus

Prunus (Cherries & Plums)

Species

Prunus cerasifera (Cherry Plum)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Arañón

French Myrobolan

German Blut-Kirschpflaume

Portuguese ameixeira-de-jardim

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cherry Plum?

The scientific name of Cherry Plum is Prunus cerasifera. It belongs to the genus Prunus.

Where does Cherry Plum live?

Cherry Plum is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (Armenia), Europe (24 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand).. Countries include Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France.

What family does Cherry Plum belong to?

Cherry Plum (Prunus cerasifera) belongs to the genus Prunus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.

What kingdom does Cherry Plum belong to?

Cherry Plum (Prunus cerasifera) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Cherry Plum?

The closest relatives of Cherry Plum in the genus Prunus include Afgan Bush Cherry, African Almond, Allegheny Plum, Amarelle Cherry, American Plum.