Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
North America, United States, Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, South-Central United States, Texas, Canada, Central America
Mexico
Types
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Philadelphus coronarius, Philadelphus lewisii
Habitat
Canyons, Dry areas, fencerows, Floodplains, Moist Soils, Old fields, open Woodlands, riparian zones, Roadsides, Thickets, Woodlands
Wide range of ecological site
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
8-11
Sunset Zone
-
6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
-
Fruit Color
Dark Red, Dark Blue, Black
Red, Orange
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green, Light Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green, Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow, Orange
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Dark Green
Leaf Shape
Oblanceolate , Ovate
Ovate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Average
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring, Late Spring
Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Winter
Tolerances
Drought, Salt
Drought
Where to Plant?
Ground
Container, Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
Root Division, Rooted stem cutting, Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Seedlings, Transplanting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Average Water Needs
Prefer drip-irrigation instead of Over-head watering
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Prune if you want to improve plant shape
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
14-14-14 Fertilizer, Fertilize in late fall, fertilize in spring, Requires high amount of nitrogen
Pests and Diseases
Red blotch
Bacteria wilt, Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought, Heat Tolerance
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Glossy
Attracts
Birds, Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Allergy
coma, dilation of pupils, Gastric, Respiratory problems, weakness
allergic conjunctivitis, Chest tightness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting
Aesthetic Uses
Showy Purposes
Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
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Brightens the skin complexion, Glowing Skin, Treatment of Dark Spots
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree, Shelter for wildlife, Wildlife
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Cough, Sedative, Tonic
Alzheimer’s Disease, Anxiety, Cancer, Diarrhea, Digestion problems, Liver problems, Menstrual Cramps, Respiratory Disorders, Weight loss
Part of Plant Used
Fruits
Whole plant
Other Uses
Used As Food, Used as Ornamental plant
Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Used As Indoor Plant
No
Yes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edible, Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Tropical, Wall
Botanical Name
PRUNUS serotina
CHOISYA ternata
Common Name
Black Cherry
Mexican Orange, Mock Orange
In Hindi
ब्लैक चेरी का पेड़
Philadelphus
In German
Schwarz Kirschbaum
Pfeifensträucher
In French
Noir Cherry Tree
Philadelphus
In Spanish
Negro del cerezo
Philadelphus
In Greek
Μαύρο Cherry Tree
Philadelphus
In Portuguese
Árvore de cereja preta
Philadelphus
In Polish
Czarny Cherry Tree
Jaśminowiec
In Latin
Prunus serotina ligno
Philadelphus
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Genus
Prunus
Philadlephus
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Subfamily
Prunoideae
Hydrangeoideae
Properties of Black Cherry and Mock Orange
Wondering what are the properties of Black Cherry and Mock Orange? We provide you with everything About Black Cherry and Mock Orange. Black Cherry doesn't have thorns and Mock Orange doesn't have thorns. Also Black Cherry does not have fragrant flowers. Black Cherry has allergic reactions like coma, dilation of pupils, Gastric, Respiratory problems and weakness and Mock Orange has allergic reactions like coma, dilation of pupils, Gastric, Respiratory problems and weakness. Compare all the properties and characteristics of these two plants. Find out which of these plant can be used as indoor plant. If you are interested to decorate your house and garden, find out aesthetic uses, compare them and select the plant which will beautify your surrounding. Along with beautification, try comparing medicinal and edible uses of Black Cherry and Mock Orange and you can choose the plant having best and most benefits.
Season and Care of Black Cherry and Mock Orange
Season and care of Black Cherry and Mock Orange is important to know. While considering everything about Black Cherry and Mock Orange Care, growing season is an essential factor. Black Cherry season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Mock Orange season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Black Cherry is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Mock Orange is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Black Cherry is Acidic, Neutral and for Mock Orange is Acidic, Neutral.
Black Cherry and Mock Orange Physical Information
Black Cherry and Mock Orange physical information is very important for comparison. Black Cherry height is 2,438.40 cm and width 914.40 cm whereas Mock Orange height is 150.00 cm and width 180.00 cm. The color specification of Black Cherry and Mock Orange are as follows:
Black Cherry flower color: White
Black Cherry leaf color: Green
Mock Orange flower color: White
- Mock Orange leaf color: Green and Light Green
Care of Black Cherry and Mock Orange
Care of Black Cherry and Mock Orange include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Black Cherry pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Mock Orange pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape. In summer Black Cherry needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Mock Orange needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.