Prunus salicina x cerasifera
Russian plum
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Prunus salicina x cerasifera.
Common names
3 names · 3 languages- EnglishYour language
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- Russian plum
Other languages (2)
- Dutch
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- Russische pruim
- French
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- Prunier russe
Sources & name notes
Names recorded in our plant catalogue, grouped by language. Usage can vary by region.
General information
Plant characteristics
Growing conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Partial shade, Full sun
Uses
Fruit, Seed
Dye
Description
The fruit can be eaten both raw and cooked. The flesh is very juicy and sweet in flavor, with a hint of Japanese plums.
Harvest
Crown
Sources and references
References for the information marked with source numbers on this page.
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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
World Checklist of Vascular Plants, version 16, extracted 4 June 2026
Supports: Botanical family
Relevant sections
- Botanical family: WCVP v16, wcvp_names.csv row 343710; name ID 2958711; Prunus L.. Family column.
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