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Tree ID #879052

Asked July 27, 2024, 6:42 PM EDT

Is it possible to help me please ID this volunteer tree? is it an invasive species? Height is approx. 10 feet. It has small berries. Thank you in advance for your time.

Baltimore County Maryland

Expert Response

We don't think that is invasive but looks like a type of wild cherry tree (Prunus), most likely Prunus serotina , which is our native wild black cherry. It is a good native tree (if you have the space) that supports other flora and fauna that evolved with it over eons. It supports bees and native butterfly and moth species, and song birds and other wildlife love the fruits.
You can learn more here: 
https://si.gardenexplorer.org/taxon-4185.aspx


Christine

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