Black Cherry Tree

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Black Cherry Tree

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Names

Prunus serotina, Black Cherry

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.

Black Cherry Tree

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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

Black Cherry Tree

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Symptoms

Anxiety, difficulty breathing, lack of coordination, convulsions, collapse, sudden death

Danger

Can be fatal.

Black Cherry Tree

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More Information

NC State Universtiy

*It should be noted that we are not veterinarians. This information is written specifically for horses and should be used for reference purposes only. If you think your horse has eaten something toxic call your vet right away.


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