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Common Names
Sweet Cherry, Sour Cherry.
Latin Name
Prunus cerasus
Habitat
Sour Cherries are native to Europe and southwest Asia. They were extremely popular with Persians & the Romans who introduced them into Britain before the 1st century AD.
Traditional Uses
Traditionally eaten or made into perserves, it is also used as an adhesive, a natural dye, gum, a decorative hedge, an oil and as wood.
Medicinal Uses
Sour cherries contain high levels of anthocyanins, that possess strong antioxidant properties. Antioxidents are important in the maintainence of good health.
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