Plant
Taiwan Cherry
Prunus campanulataAlso known as Formosan Cherry, Bellflower Cherry, Taiwan Flowering Cherry
Taiwan cherry produces brilliant crimson to deep pink bell-shaped flowers that dangle in small clusters before the tree leafs out in late winter. Native to subtropical East Asia, this fast-growing ornamental tree attracts swarms of pollinators and nectar-feeding birds like white-eyes to its rich blossom supply. As flowers fade, dark reddish-black drupes form along the branches, providing vital seasonal food for resident wildlife.
DeciduousSpring BloomerOrnamental
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & preySunlight, Water, Soil Nutrients
Predators
- Caterpillars
- Aphids
- Wood-boring beetles
ThreatsHabitat fragmentation in native range, localized invasive spread
HabitatsSubtropical forests, mountain slopes, urban gardens, parks
Life span40–60 years
Classification
- OrderRosales
- FamilyRosaceae
- GenusPrunus
- SpeciesPrunus campanulata
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskHigh
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- Why interaction risk is high
- Seeds and foliage contain cyanogenic glycosides, and wild berries have toxic look-alikes; never ingest wild plant parts.
- Why it is dangerous
- Seeds, stems, and leaves contain cyanogenic glycosides, which break down into lethal hydrogen cyanide if chewed or ingested in quantity.
- How to recognize a risky encounter
- Look for drooping, vibrant magenta bell-shaped blossoms on bare branches followed by small dark reddish-black fruits.
- What to do
- Observe blossoms safely from a distance and keep pets from chewing on fallen branches, foliage, or fruit pits.
Responsible observation
- Best Viewing Time: Visit during late winter or early spring when trees burst into bright magenta blooms before leaves appear.
- Bird Watching: Position yourself quietly nearby to photograph nectar-feeding birds fluttering around the blossoms.
- Garden Care: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun exposure for the most intense blossom displays.
Pollinator Laitche / CC BY-SA 4.0 · cc-by-sa
Frequent Companion Alpsdake / CC BY-SA 3.0 · cc-by-sa
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Close Relative (c) Douglas Goldman, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA), uploaded by Douglas Goldman · cc-by-sa
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