
Sweet cherry (Prunus avium)
Sweet cherry, also known as Japanese Cherry , Mazzard, Massard
Sweet cherries are popular among fruit enthusiasts globally, offering flavors that range from sweet to slightly tart, depending on the variety. Beyond their delicious taste, sweet cherries serve several other purposes. They are used in culinary applications such as baking, making jams, and creating sauces. Sweet cherry extracts are valued in the cosmetic industry for their antioxidant properties. Additionally, the wood from cherry trees is prized in carpentry and is often used to craft high-quality furniture.
Key Facts About Sweet cherry
Attributes of Sweet cherry
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
6 m to 25 m
Spread
8 m
Leaf Color
Green Orange Red
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White
Scientific Classification of Sweet cherry
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Roses, elms, figs, and allies
Family
Rose
Genus
Prunus
Species
Sweet cherry
Toxicity
ingestion, significant physical contact with sap