Prunus nigra Aiton

Locations ofPrunus nigra Aiton in Virginia

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Detail

Family
Rosaceae
Botanical Name
Prunus nigra Aiton
Common Name
Canada Plum
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Prunus nigra Ait.
Comments
A northern species occurring well north of Virginia. Specimens determined and mapped as this species in previous editions (and retained here temporarily) are likely referable to more widespread species. Further work is needed to resolve this uncertainty.
Habitat
Old fields, fencerows, and forest edges. Rare in the mountains.
Native Status
Native

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