Prunus chamissoana

Prunus chamissoana

Native to:
Argentina | Brazil | Paraguay

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rosaceae
Genus:
Prunus
Species:
Prunus chamissoana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
800 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white, pink

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★★★★ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies, small mammals
Fall Color:
yellow, orange

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 90–120 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 90-120 days to break dormancy.

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