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Chokecherry Prunus virginiana

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Chokecherry

Prunus virginiana

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Characteristics

• Large shrub or small tree• Leaves distinguished from Klamath Plum by

shape, Obovate to elliptical• Serrate margins• Dark green or yellow green above, paler below• Glands below base of leaf• White flowers in long racemes• Fruit dark purple, sour

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Ecology

• Found throughout basin and Eastern Oregon in variety of habitats

• Canyons, forests, riparian zones, residential areas, roadways

• Good browse for deer and elk, berries provide food for many birds

• Fruit is used in jelly and wine

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