Cherry Laurel
Scientific Name: Prunus laurocerasus
Plant Family: Rosaceae
Native Region: Regions bordering the Black Sea in southwestern Asia and southeastern Europe (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, Turkey, Bulgaria, and Serbia).
Brief Description
An evergreen shrub or small tree with leathery, glossy dark green leaves. It features small, creamy-white, fragrant flowers in long racemes, followed by small cherry-like fruits that turn black when ripe.
Care Instructions
Thrives in full sun to deep shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It is drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during dry spells. Prune in late spring or early summer to maintain shape.
Medicinal Value
We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.
Created At: 2026-03-07T13:38:19.621887