Himalayan cherry
Prunus rufa
Family: Rosaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 6 m high and spreads 4.5 m wide. It loses its leaves during the year. The young shoots have a rusty coloured, felt like coating. They flowers are white or have a pink tint. The fruit are small and red.
There are about 200 Prunus species.
Where it is found
It grows naturally in the lowland Himalayas. It suits hardiness zones 8-10.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Myanmar, Nepal, SE Asia, Tibet
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit, seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Gonde, Pekh paiyun