Choke Cherry - Prunus virginiana
Virginia Bird Cherry
• 13+ feet (4+ m)
• Full sun to partial shade
• Can tolerate a variety of soils and conditions
Chokecherries can be made into james and deserts, but is toxic to forest and farm animals. Native Americans used the inner bark of the chokecherry to make a concoction to treat and ward off colds and fever.
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