— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Creek Plum (Prunus rivularis). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Creek Plum (Prunus rivularis), a shrub in the Rosaceae family, is native to a wide range of southeastern and midwestern states in the United States, including Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi,… Creek Plum (Latin: Prunus rivularis, family Rosaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Creek 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.
Creek Plum is a member of the Rosaceae family native to ALA, ARK, CAL, COL, GEO, and ILL. Creek Plum thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Creek Plum grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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