*Cherry-laurel

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*Prunus laurocerasus
CHERRY-LAUREL
Rosaceae
S.W. Asia, S.E. Europe

Location: map coordinates L-14 (southeast side of Conwell Hall),
N 39°11'11'' W 75°32'41''

Planting history: presently unknown.

Description:
  • evergreen shrub
  • etymology: Prunus = Latin name for plum tree; laurocerasus = laurel-cherry
  • common and scientific names both come from resemblance of leaves to unrelated bay laurel (Laurus nobilis)
  • leaves simple, alternate
  • flowers white, in elongated clusters (racemes)
  • popular ornamental; tolerant of difficult growing conditions

*Non-native species (not native to Delaware)
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