Plum Tree
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Plum Tree
Prunus domestica
Plum Trees grow delicious plums and have lovely flowers! They are a great addition to any garden.
Habitat: Gardens and orchards
Appearance
The Plum Tree is a medium-sized deciduous tree with an often spreading canopy and reddish-brown bark. Its oval leaves are deep green, turning yellow or orange in autumn, and it produces abundant white or pink blossoms in spring, followed by round or oval fruits that can be purple, red, yellow, or green.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusPrunus
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
A prune is simply a dried plum – no special process needed!
Ancient Romans enjoyed plums and helped spread them across Europe.
Plums are related to cherries, peaches, and almonds!
There are over 2,000 types of plums around the world!
Special abilities
Ability
Sweet Seed Spreader
Plum Tree grows sweet, juicy fruits that attract animals to eat them, helping to scatter its seeds far and wide.
Ability
Early Bloomer
Plum Tree has an ability to bloom very early in spring, getting a head start on pollination before many other trees.
Ability
Quick Fruiter
Plum Tree can grow and produce fruit relatively quickly, ensuring it contributes to its ecosystem and reproduces.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 3-7 m
- Canopy Spread
- 3-6 m
- Edible
- Yes
- Trunk Diameter
- 15-40 cm
- Lifespan
- 10-25 years
- Fruit Type
- Drupe
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Visits early blossoms for nectar and pollen.
eats
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
Feeds on ripe plums, dispersing seeds.
eats
Plum Curculio
Conotrachelus nenuphar
Larvae burrow into the fruit, causing damage.
depends on
Fruit fly
Drosophila melanogaster
Larvae feed on ripening or fallen fruit.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Fruit Bearing
Fruit-bearing plants produce fruits, which are the mature ovaries of flowering plants containing seeds.
Fruit Tree
A fruit tree is a perennial tree that produces fruit, which is edible to humans or animals.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
Common PlumEuropean Plum
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Plum Tree?
3-7 m
How wide does Plum Tree spread?
3-6 m
Is Plum Tree edible?
Yes
How big is Plum Tree?
15-40 cm
How long does Plum Tree live?
10-25 years
Where is Plum Tree usually found?
Gardens and orchards
What kind of fruit does Plum Tree produce?
Drupe
How fast does Plum Tree grow?
Medium
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