Small, pendulous tree growing at the southeast corner of the east wing of Lagomarcino Hall.
This species is widely
distributed throughout the eastern US and is native from southern New Mexico
and western Arizona, south to Guatemala. It is native as far west
as the Missouri River in southwestern Iowa and the natural lakes in the
northwestern part of the state. The astringent but edible fruits ripen from
June to October. Although the black cherry is a relatively fast
grower and has ornamental flowers, it is seldom used as an ornamental in
Iowa. It is not recommended for use as a street tree as the fruit can produce
a messy litter and the species is prone to tent caterpillar attack.
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