Black Cherry Tree
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Black Cherry
Names: Prunus serotina
Description: Grows as both tree and shrub, leaves are ellipitical and alternate with leathery texture. Flowers are white and fragrant and hang in drooping clusters. Fruit is dark red to black.
Concern level: High risk during autumn when leaves fall to the ground in pastures, or during times of drought when horses are forced to eat available forage.
Toxic parts: Damaged or wilted leaves
Symptoms: Anxiety, difficulty breathing, lack of coordination, convulsions, collapse, sudden death
Danger: Can be fatal.
More information: NC State Universtiy
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