Prunus laurocerasus (Cherry Laurel)

Botanical name: Prunus laurocerasus

Common name: Cherry Laurel

Family: Rosaceae

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Prunus laurocerasus is a widely cultivated ornamental plant, used for planting in gardens and parks in temperate regions worldwide.

The seed of the fruit may cause severe discomfort to humans if ingested.

Similar plants: Prunus laurocerasus (Cherry Laurel)

• Prunus armeniaca (Apricot)
• Prunus avium (Wild Cherry)
• Prunus campanulata (Taiwan Cherry)
• Prunus cerasifera (Cherry Plum)
• Prunus cerasoides (Himalayan flowering cherry)
• Prunus dulcis (Almond)
• Prunus glandulosa (Chinese Bush Cherry)
• Prunus ilicifolia (Hollyleaf Cherry)
• Prunus persica 'Nectarina' (Nectarine)
• Prunus persica (Peach)