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Nanking cherry (Prunus tomentosa), a deciduous shrub or small tree in the Rosaceae family, is native to regions in China such as North-Central, South-Central, Manchuria, Qinghai, Sakhalin, and Tibet. Nanking cherry (Latin: Prunus tomentosa, family Rosaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Nanking cherry 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.
Nanking cherry is a member of the Rosaceae family native to CHN, CHC, CHM, CHQ, SAK, and CHT. Nanking cherry thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Nanking cherry grows best in USDA zone 3-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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