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laurel cherry

plant
Also known as: Carolina cherry laurel, Prunus caroliniana
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  • cherry laurel
    cherry laurel

    Prunus caroliniana, also known as the Carolina cherry laurel or laurel cherry, is endemic to the southeastern United States. A small tree, the plant grows about 5.4 meters (18 feet) tall and has glossy, rather oval or lance-shaped leaves. The small white flowers grow in…

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    Prunus caroliniana, also known as the Carolina cherry laurel or laurel cherry, is endemic to the southeastern United States. A small tree, the plant grows about 5.4 meters (18 feet) tall and has glossy, rather oval or lance-shaped leaves. The small white flowers grow in…

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