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Prunus tomentosa, known as Nanking cherry, is a deciduous shrub native to northern China and neighboring parts of East Asia. It forms a dense, rounded plant with white to pale pink flowers in spring, followed by small red cherries borne close to the stems. The tart fruit can be eaten fresh or used i...

Prunus maritima, known as beach plum, is a deciduous shrub native to the Atlantic coast of North America. It tolerates sandy soils, salt exposure, and coastal conditions, where it can grow as a low shrub or form dense thickets. The plant produces small plums that vary in color and flavor, and the fr...

Prunus virginiana, commonly known as chokecherry, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to much of North America. It produces clusters of small fruits that become dark red to nearly black when ripe and are tart or astringent, especially before full maturity. The species is used by wildlife and h...

Prunus besseyi, known as Sand Cherry, is a low-growing shrub native to the North American Great Plains notable for its exceptional drought tolerance and production of sweet, dark purple edible fruits.

Prunus pumila, commonly called sand cherry, is a low-growing deciduous shrub native to parts of central and eastern North America. It is adapted to sandy habitats, including lake shores, dunes, and other exposed sites, where its spreading form helps it occupy open ground. The species produces white...