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red leaf plant identification

15 years ago

I have seen a maroon color plant...not much big like a tree and not short like a bush..it is of medium height, the leaves were small and regular shape. Its fruit, leaf and stem...all were maroon. The fruit was like cherry in terms of its shape but the taste was sweet and sour. Can you tell me what kind of plant is it...i mean what is its name?

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jeff_al
15 years ago
purple leaf plum, maybe?
prunus cerasifera facts at the link below or you can google images using the botanical or common name for more info.

Here is a link that might be useful: cherry plum
roseyp8255
15 years ago
Oh i want a purple leaf plum sooo badly....but i have too many plants now!
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