Chokecherry, Western

[edit] Plant Name and Description

Latin: Prunus virginiana

Synonym: Wild Cherry

Family: Rose

Western Chokecherry is a deciduous, small tree or shrub which occurs naturally on north-facing slopes below 8,000’ elevation. (Full description)

[edit] Landscape Type

Deciduous tree

[edit] Food

Chokecherry Sauce

Chokecherry Syrup

[edit] Medicinal Use

[edit] Crafts

[edit] Habitat

Moist wooded areas below 8,000 feet.

[edit] Collection Season

Bark: All

Fruit: Summer