Botanical name | Prunus nigra |
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Plant Care |
![]() Deciduous
Deciduous – Sheds Its Leaves Annually ![]() Full Sun
Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day. ![]() Half Sun
Half Sun – Prefers 3 To 6 Hours of Sunlight a Day. ![]() Non Indigenous
Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
Size | |
Categories | |
Flowers | This plant has clusters of white flowers. |
Common name(s) | Canada Plum |
Origin | |
Foliage | Prunus nigra bears dark red to purple fall foliage. |
Drought tolerance | Medium |
Planting instructions | Plant in full sun. |
Fruit | It bears yellowish red fruit. |
Soil conditions | Sandy , Loam , Well drained |
Growth rate | Moderate |
Uses | Uses:: Cullinary: yes Medicinal: yes Cultural: Commercial: Cosmetics: Other Uses: Part Used: Attracts: Features: |
Wildlife attractions | bees , birds , butterflies , insects |
Prunus nigra (Canada Plum)
- Botanical name: Prunus nigra
- Common name(s): Canada Plum
- Categories: Trees
Plant description:
This deciduous shrub or small tree that bears dark red to purple fall foliage with yellowish red fruit. It has clusters of white flowers.
Family: –
Synonym: Prunus americana var. nigra
Botanical Pronunciation: Proon-us NY-gruh
Prunus nigra requirements and features

Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
This plant has clusters of white flowers.
Prunus nigra bears dark red to purple fall foliage.