Prunus virginiana var. demissa
Prunus virginiana var. demissa
- Native to:
- Canada | AB, BC | Mexico | Mexico Northwest | United States | AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, TX, UT, WA, WY
GBIF: Otto De Groff
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Rosaceae
- Genus:
- Prunus
- Species:
- Prunus virginiana var. demissa
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Tree
Keystone Species Ranking
- Caterpillar Keystone:
- ★★★★★ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)
Propagation & Germination
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Use repeated cycles of 4°C, then 20°C for 3 months each. Germination is very prolonged. Pulpy coat inhibits germination. Remove by soaking and rinsing in clean water for approximately 7 days. Discard water. * soak in hot water for 24 hours to scarify, stratify at 4°C.