FIRE ECOLOGY
SPECIES: Prunus serotina | Black Cherry 



FIRE ECOLOGY OR ADAPTATIONS : 
Black cherry is very susceptible to fire injury but typically resprouts
from the root crown or stump [55].

Considerable amounts of black cherry seed are stored in the soil [36].
The seed's stony endocarp and the soil provide some insulation from fire
[22].  Although not documented, some soil-stored seeds presumably
survive at least light fires and contribute to postfire seedling
establishment.

Birds and animals may distribute some seed into burned areas.  However,
as a means of postfire recovery, this is probably of minor importance.


POSTFIRE REGENERATION STRATEGY : 
   survivor species; on-site surviving root crown or caudex

Related categories for Species: Prunus serotina | Black Cherry