Dark brown to gray, becoming scaly with horizontal, raised, light-colored pores (lenticels) on younger branches.
Can be confused with Canada plum or Beach plum, but P. americana has distinct, sharp-toothed leaves and very thorny twigs. 2. Foraging & Harvesting wild plum
Late summer to early fall (mid-August to September). Dark brown to gray, becoming scaly with horizontal,
Alternate, simple, ovate, 2½–4 inches long, with sharp, serrated (toothed) margins and a long, narrow tip. Dark brown to gray
Small (1-inch diameter) drupes, turning from green to yellow, red, or purple, often with a pale "bloom" that rubs off.
This guide covers the identification, foraging, and utilization of the ( Prunus americana ), a versatile native fruit often found in thickets across North America. 1. Identification Guide (Prunus americana)