Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubiginosa
ID:
996468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elmer) Kalkman

Source:
rjp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Blumea 13: 72 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000995806

Common Names

  • Prunus Rubiginosa
  • Rusty Cherry
  • Rusty Plum

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Description

Prunus rubiginosa (also called Sweet or Sour Cherry, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia. It grows up to 10 m in height and has a rounded crown with a short trunk. Its leaves are obovate to oblong-lanceolate, serrate, dark green above and pale green below. It is found in forests, scrub and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Prunus rubiginosa is a popular ornamental tree, often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Prunus rubiginosa are white, with five petals and a yellow anther. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prunus rubiginosa is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings and layering. It is a hardy species and can tolerate drought and frost.

Where to Find Prunus rubiginosa

Prunus rubiginosa is native to Europe and can be found in parts of France, Spain, Italy, and Portugal.

Species in the Prunus genus

Prunus topkegolensis, Prunus taplejungnica, Prunus pensylvanica, Prunus sachalinensis, Prunus nipponica, Prunus yedoensis, Prunus gondouinii, Prunus humilis, Prunus domestica, Prunus ferganica, Prunus fruticans, Prunus prostrata, Prunus lannesiana, Prunus campanulata, Prunus simonii, Prunus ussuriensis, Prunus undulata, Prunus grayana, Prunus velutina, Prunus cornuta, Prunus napaulensis, Prunus pedunculata, Prunus mongolica, Prunus davidiana, Prunus kansuensis, Prunus dasycarpa, Prunus pygeoides, Prunus szechuanica, Prunus setulosa, Prunus caudata, Prunus cercocarpifolia, Prunus argentea, Prunus moldavica, Prunus stepposa, Prunus tadzhikistanica, Prunus vachuschtii, Prunus ssiori, Prunus ravenii, Prunus douglasii, Prunus brachybotrya, Prunus salicifolia, Prunus samydoides, Prunus petunnikowii, Prunus sargentii, Prunus juddii, Prunus guatemalensis, Prunus canescens, Prunus eminens, Prunus armeniaca, Prunus bifrons,

Species in the Rosaceae family

Acaena macrocephala, Acaena antarctica, Acaena argentea, Acaena boliviana, Acaena buchananii, Acaena echinata, Acaena agnipila, Acaena cylindristachya, Acaena confertissima, Acaena eupatoria, Acaena integerrima, Acaena leptacantha, Acaena ovina, Acaena magellanica, Acaena masafuerana, Acaena patagonica, Acaena tenera, Acaena platyacantha, Acaena pumila, Acaena splendens, Acaena stricta, Acaena stangii, Acaena trifida, Acaena pallida, Acaena caespitosa, Acaena saccaticupula, Acaena subincisa, Acaena hirsutula, Acaena fissistipula, Acaena glabra, Acaena tesca, Acaena juvenca, Acaena emittens, Acaena dumicola, Acaena profundeincisa, Acaena minor, Acaena alpina, Acaena montana, Acaena myriophylla, Acaena poeppigiana, Acaena anserovina, Acaena sericea, Acaena latebrosa, Acaena sarmentosa, Acaena elongata, Acaena exigua, Acaena rorida, Acaena novae-zelandiae, Acaena pinnatifida, Acaena inermis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-25356: Based on the initial data import
Adolph Daniel Edward Elmer (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elmer' in the authors string.
Cornelis Kalkman (1928-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kalkman' in the authors string.