Prunus caroliniana
Carolina Laurel Cherry, Cherry Laurel
Other regional names: Mock Orange +1 more
- Mock Orange
- Wild Orange
Also known as: Achras serrata (Pursh) Poir. +8 more
- Achras serrata (Pursh) Poir.
- Arbutus lanceolata Lam.
- Bumelia serrata Pursh
- Bumelia serrulata Raf.
- Cerasus caroliniana (Mill.) Michx.
- Chimanthus amygdalina Raf.
- Laurocerasus caroliniana (Mill.) M.Roem.
- Padus caroliniana Mill.
- Prunus serratifolia Marshall
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rosaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Found natively in North America, Prunus caroliniana (commonly known as Carolina laurel cherry or Cherry-Laurel) is a tree belonging to the Rosaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
South-Central U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Tennessee