What is Cherry plum?
Cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera) is a deciduous tree native to regions including Afghanistan, Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Cherry plum (Latin: Prunus cerasifera) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
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Cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera) is a deciduous tree native to regions including Afghanistan, Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Cherry plum (Latin: Prunus cerasifera) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Cherry plum is most often used to support stress & anxiety and immune support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Cherry plum is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Cherry plum is a member native to AFG, ALB, BUL, EAI, EHM, and GRC. Cherry plum thrives in light to medium soil types and prefers a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.
Cherry plum grows best in USDA zone 4-8, 7/10 light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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