Prunus spartioides

Prunus spartioides

Native to:
Lebanon-Syria

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
white

Keystone Species Ranking

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification to break dormancy; sow in fall or after cold treatment.

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