How to identify Sour cherry (Prunus cerasus)
Sour cherry, also known as Tart cherry, Amarelle cherry
Sour cherry exhibits a deciduous habit with a dense crown and can attain heights up to 16-26 feet (5-8 meters). The leaves are broadly ovate, typically with serrated margins, measuring 2-5 inches (5-13 cm) in length. Spring blossoms are conspicuous, with five white to pinkish petals, often appearing before the leaves. The fruits are globular, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, with a characteristic red to dark purple hue and a sour taste.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Tree, Shrub
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Deciduous habit reaching 16-26 feet (5-8 meters) in height.
Conspicuous white to pinkish spring blossoms before leaves emerge.
Globular fruits 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, red to dark purple.
Smooth, ovate green leaves with serrated margins and 2 basal glands.
Gray-brown twigs with reddish buds, alternate branching, and bushy appearance.
Sour cherry features ovate to elliptic green leaves that are smooth and measure 2-5 inches (5-13 cm) in length. The margins are serrated, and a distinguishing attribute includes the presence of 2 small glands at the base. The leaves are prominently veined, with a fine-textured surface that supports their smooth appearance. These characteristics are vital for identifying sour cherry and distinguishing it from other species.
Sour cherry flowers are characterized by pristine white petals, typically numbering five per bloom. These delicate, slightly rounded petals are arranged symmetrically around a cluster of golden stamens. Each flower measures approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. Blooms form in clusters of 3 to 5 flowers, offering a charming display in late spring. The flowers emit a subtle, mild fragrance, enhancing their allure. Their appearance and blooming pattern make them distinctive markers for identification.
The stem of sour cherry is characterized by its gray-brown twigs. It features reddish buds and multiple terminal buds. The texture is somewhat rough, and the color varies from gray to brown, depending on the age of the twig. Typically, the twigs are slender, measuring about 1/8 to 1/4 inch (3-6 mm) in diameter. Branching is alternate, with buds that are prominently reddish and form in clusters, often giving a bushy appearance.
The fruit of sour cherry consists of round, bright red drupes that typically measure about 0.8-1.2 inches (2-3 cm) in diameter. Each fruit is characterized by its glossy, smooth skin and a fleshy body that encases a single, hard seed at its center. The flesh of these drupes offers a distinctively tart flavor, which is prized in various culinary applications. Their sour taste profile is due to the presence of organic acids, making them less sweet compared to their close cousins, the sweet cherries. These fruits are commonly harvested during the late spring to early summer season.
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Scientific Classification of Sour cherry
