{"product_id":"black-cherry-20-seeds-prunus-serotina","title":"Black Cherry 20 Seeds Prunus serotina","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ePrunus serotina, commonly known as black cherry or wild cherry, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Here's a description:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eAppearance: Black cherry is a medium to large-sized tree that typically grows to heights of 15 to 30 meters (50 to 100 feet) tall, although it can sometimes reach even greater heights under optimal conditions. It has a straight trunk with smooth, dark gray bark when young, which becomes rough and scaly with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eLeaves: The leaves of Prunus serotina are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape, with finely serrated margins. They are typically 5 to 10 centimeters (2 to 4 inches) long and dark green in color, turning yellow to reddish-orange in the fall before dropping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eFlowers: Black cherry produces clusters of small, white flowers in early to mid-spring, usually before the leaves emerge. The flowers have five petals and are arranged in elongated racemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eFruit: The fruit of Prunus serotina is a small, spherical drupe that ripens from green to red and finally to dark purple or black in late summer to early fall. The cherries are sweet and juicy, although they have a bitter flavor if eaten fresh due to the presence of cyanogenic glycosides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eHabitat: Black cherry is a common and widespread tree species found in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, fields, and disturbed areas. It thrives in well-drained soil and is often found on mesic sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eEcological Importance: Black cherry is an important component of many forest ecosystems, providing food and habitat for a variety of wildlife species. The fruit is consumed by birds and mammals, which help disperse the seeds. Additionally, the leaves are food for various caterpillars and insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eUses: Prunus serotina has a long history of human use. The wood is valued for its strength, hardness, and beautiful grain, making it popular for use in furniture, cabinetry, and woodworking. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floridaseeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48946965905496,"sku":"jdb1790065050436","price":7.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/2359\/5352\/files\/black-cherry-20-seeds-prunus-serotina_1.webp?v=1790065054","url":"https:\/\/printercopyclad.shop\/products\/black-cherry-20-seeds-prunus-serotina","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}