Peach Tree
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Peach Tree
Prunus persica
Peach Trees are known for their sweet, fuzzy fruit! They have beautiful pink flowers in the spring.
Habitat: Gardens and orchards
Appearance
The Peach Tree has beautiful pink to reddish-purple blossoms in spring before its bright green, lance-shaped leaves fully emerge. Its fuzzy, round fruits ripen to vibrant yellow, orange, and red hues in summer, hanging from light brown branches.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusPrunus
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
1
Interesting facts
A single peach tree can produce hundreds of fruits in just one harvest season!
Peaches are related to almonds, both being 'stone fruits' with hard inner shells!
Some peach trees have 'nectarine' branches, which grow fruit without the fuzzy skin!
The first peaches were grown in China over 8,000 years ago, making them ancient!
Special abilities
Ability
Chilling Requirement
Peach Tree has a unique chilling requirement, needing cold winter temperatures to produce its delicious fruit in spring.
Ability
Fuzzy Skin Protection
Peach Tree fruit has a fuzzy skin that helps protect it from insects and sometimes even direct sunlight.
Ability
Sweet Scent Appeal
Peach Tree flowers produce a sweet scent to attract bees and other insects for important pollination.
Ability
Rapid Fruiting
Peach Tree can produce fruit very quickly, often within 2-4 years of being planted, helping it reproduce fast.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 3-7 m
- Canopy Spread
- 3-6 m
- Edible
- Yes
- Trunk Diameter
- 15-30 cm
- Lifespan
- 10-25 years
- Fruit Type
- Drupe
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Vital for carrying pollen between flowers.
eats
Oriental Fruit Moth
Cydia molesta
Its larvae burrow into the fruit, causing damage.
depends on
Human
Homo sapiens
People cultivate and harvest peaches for food.
parasitizes
Brown Rot Fungus
Monilinia fructicola
Causes fruit to rot and can damage blossoms.
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.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
Persian Plum Tree
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 Peach Tree?
3-7 m
How wide does Peach Tree spread?
3-6 m
Is Peach Tree edible?
Yes
How big is Peach Tree?
15-30 cm
How long does Peach Tree live?
10-25 years
Where is Peach Tree usually found?
Gardens and orchards
What kind of fruit does Peach Tree produce?
Drupe
How fast does Peach Tree grow?
Medium
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