American Wild Plum Other common names: Wild Plum, American Plum Scientific Name: Prunus americana Conservation status: Least Concern Photos of different parts of the plant
Characteristics that make them easy to be identified ● They are a small tree with a short trunk ● Dark brown trunk and many spreading branches ● Large white flowers ● Red or yellow fruits when ripe ● Broad crown
Geographical Range
Ecological Importance Wildplums often grow along streams and river edges, where they help to prevent erosion and stabilize banks. They provide valuable nesting cover and are a host to many butterflies.
HSC Range
They attract large numbers of native bees.
Significance to Indigenous peoples and all other Humans The plum fruit produced by this tree is edible and can be made into jams, preserves and pies. They can also be eaten on their own. Indigenous peoples use the bark and fruit for nutrition, and they would dry the fruits for later consumption.
Near the bird feeders at Willow’s landing.