Damson Tree
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Damson Tree
Prunus insititia
Damson Trees are special because they produce small, tasty plums! They have pretty flowers in the spring.
Habitat: Gardens and orchards
Appearance
The Damson Tree is a small, deciduous tree known for its abundance of dark purplish-blue, oval-shaped fruits. It has small, finely toothed, dull green leaves and often grows with a somewhat thorny, bushy habit, distinct from larger plum varieties.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusPrunus
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
A single Damson tree can produce hundreds of pounds of fruit in a good year!
Damson plums were once used to dye fabrics a rich purple color!
Damson wood is very dense and fine-grained, sometimes used for small crafts!
These trees are ancient, brought to Britain by the Romans thousands of years ago!
Special abilities
Ability
Fruitful Spreader
Damson Tree can produce tart, deep purple fruits that attract birds and mammals, helping to widely spread its seeds and colonize new areas.
Ability
Hardy Survivor
Damson Tree has a remarkable resilience to cold and various soil types, allowing it to thrive in diverse and challenging climates.
Ability
Self-Pollinator
Damson Tree can self-pollinate, meaning a single tree can produce fruit and seeds without needing another tree nearby for reproduction.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 3-6 m
- Canopy Spread
- 3-5 m
- Edible
- Yes
- Trunk Diameter
- 15-30 cm
- Lifespan
- 20-50 years
- Fruit Type
- Drupe
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Vital for flowering, collecting nectar and pollen.
eaten by
Blackbird
Turdus merula
Eats ripe fruits, dispersing seeds far and wide.
eats
Roe deer
Capreolus capreolus
Browses on young leaves and shoots, especially in winter.
shelters
Two-spotted ladybird
Adalia bipunctata
Ladybirds shelter on the leaves, preying on aphids.
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.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
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
Damson Plum
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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 Damson Tree?
3-6 m
How wide does Damson Tree spread?
3-5 m
Is Damson Tree edible?
Yes
How big is Damson Tree?
15-30 cm
How long does Damson Tree live?
20-50 years
Where is Damson Tree usually found?
Gardens and orchards
What kind of fruit does Damson Tree produce?
Drupe
How fast does Damson Tree grow?
Medium
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