Black Cherry (Rum Cherry, Mountain Black Cherry)
Prunus serotina · Rosaceae (Rose family)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple leaf, deciduous
Shape
Lanceolate to oblong-lanceolate with an acuminate tip
Margin
Finely serrate with characteristic tiny, incurved, reddish-brown glands near the base of the blade.
Arrangement
Alternate
Venation
Pinnate venation with a prominent central midrib and fine reticulate secondary veins.
Key Features
Finely serrated leaf margins with distinct tiny reddish glands along the petiole and lower blade, combined with dark rough bark on mature trees.
Habitat
Found primarily in deciduous forests, woodland edges, old fields, and along fence rows. Prefers moist, rich soils and full to partial sun exposure.
Native Range
Native to eastern and central North America, ranging from southeastern Canada down through Florida and into parts of Mexico and Central America.
Identified on 10/12/2026