Black Cherry
Prunus serotina
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Shrub |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Moderate-high |
| Sun | Partial shade |
| Pollinators | Bees, butterflies |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
8-20' × 8-20' |
| Flowering Season | March-July |
| Flower Color | White |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -40 °F |
| Leaf Description | Deciduous in the winter, waxy with fine serrations |
| Fruit | Dark cherries |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 4500-7500 ft. |
| Description | Black cherry is a riparian shrub or small tree, which occurs along forested streams in the mountains of Arizona. The first thing to keep in mind with this species is that it will want reliable and substantial moisture to thrive. Leaves are mostly glabrous, and branch tips carry spikes of gorgeous white flowers followed by small, dark cherries which are a good food source for birds and mammals. |
