Prunus angustifolia, known commonly as Chickasaw plum, Cherokee plum, Florida sand plum, sandhill plum, or sand plum, [3] is a North American species of plum-bearing tree.

In early spring, small, 5-petaled, white flowers mature in clumps. The small tree produces a 1/2-inch, yellow-to-red drupe that matures in summer. Native Americans regularly consumed the …

Prunus angustifolia, commonly called Chickasaw plum, is a deciduous Missouri native multi-stemmed shrub or small tree which occurs in thickets, pastures, fields, fencerows, stream …

Chickasaw plum was first cultivated in 1874 (Schopmeyer, 1974). Ornamental: Its white flowers are attractive and fragrant in the spring, producing a beautiful flower show. It should be part of …

Chickasaw plum is native to Florida and a number of other states and is hardy to USDA zones 5-9. It is known scientifically as Prunus angustifolia. The Chickasaw plum grows quickly, and can …

Short, crooked trunk and flat-topped crown. Scaly, nearly black bark. Reddish branches are covered with thorn-like side branches. Pale-yellow fall foliage. Thicket-forming shrub or …

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Nov 5, 2020 · Prunus angustifolia is one of the more distinctive plum species in North America. The leaves are relatively small, usually folded along their midribs, and have relatively large, …

Prunus angustifolia Marshall. Common name: Chickasaw Plum, Sandhill Plum. Phenology: (Late Feb-) Mar-Apr; May-early Jul. Habitat: Prairie, sand barren, river banks, old fields, fencerows, …

Form: A small shrubby tree, reaching heights of 20 feet, often found in dense thickets. Additional Range Information: Prunus angustifolia is native to North America. Range may be expanded …