Sakura, Mountain

(Prunus serrulata)

Japan

Sakura, also known as Cherry Blossom wood, is native to Japan and is the Japanese name for ornamental cherry trees, Prunus serrulata, and their blossoms. It is a small tree with a short single trunk, with a dense crown reaching a height of about 8-12 m. This upright and vase shaped cherry features an outstanding display of large double deep pink blooms in pendant clusters. The smooth bark is chestnut-brown. It is usually grafted on to Prunus avium roots and rarely bears fruit.