escarpment black cherry
small tree with glossy green leaves that turn fiery red in fall that prefers shaded, rocky spots — endemic Hill Country specimen that supports local wildlife with its sweet berries
plant details
escarpment black cherry
identification
latin name: Prunus serotina
usda code: PRSEE
alternative name(s): Edwards Plateau black cherry, Escarpment cherry
classification
ecotopes class: understory
ecological condition(s): sunny edge – shady woodland
size range: large – 12+ ft
habit: tree
leaf retention: deciduous
light requirement: full sun – part-shade
color signature: black berries
native range
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