Prunus takesimensis facts for kids
Prunus takesimensis is a special kind of cherry tree. It is often called the Ulleungdo cherry. This tree grows only on Ulleung Island in South Korea. It can grow very tall, up to 20 meters (about 65 feet). People love to plant it because of its beautiful flowers.
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About the Ulleungdo Cherry Tree
The Ulleungdo cherry tree is unique. It is found only on Ulleung Island. This means it is "endemic" to that island. It is a type of cherry that looks a lot like the Sargent cherry (Prunus sargentii). However, its genetic makeup is more similar to another cherry, Prunus serrulata var. spontanea.
What It Looks Like
This cherry tree can grow quite large. It can reach heights of 20 meters. That's about as tall as a six-story building! It is known for its lovely flowers. People plant it in gardens and parks because it is so pretty.
Where It Grows
As its name suggests, the Ulleungdo cherry tree grows on Ulleung Island. This island is located off the coast of South Korea. It is the only place in the world where this specific cherry tree grows naturally.
How It's Used
The Ulleungdo cherry is very popular as an "ornamental" tree. This means it is planted for its beauty. Its flowers are a wonderful sight.
One special thing about this tree is how well it handles water. It can tolerate a lot of flooding. In fact, it might be the best cherry tree at handling wet conditions.
You can even see these trees in famous places. About 5% of the famous cherry trees in Washington, DC, are Prunus takesimensis trees. These trees add to the beautiful display each spring.
