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Cherry laurel

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 (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (พืชใบเลี้ยงคู่)

Order

Rosales (อันดับกุหลาบ)

Family

Rosaceae (Rose Family)

Genus

Prunus (Cherries & Plums)

Species

Prunus laurocerasus (Cherry laurel)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Laurel Cerezo

French Laurier cerise

German Kirschlorbeer

Portuguese loureiro-cerejeiro

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cherry laurel?

The scientific name of Cherry laurel is Prunus laurocerasus. It belongs to the genus Prunus.

Where does Cherry laurel live?

Cherry laurel 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 Cherry laurel belong to?

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

What kingdom does Cherry laurel belong to?

Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of Cherry laurel?

The closest relatives of Cherry laurel in the genus Prunus include African Almond, Allegheny Plum, Amarelle Cherry, American Plum, Bat Laurel.