List of plum cultigens

List of Plum Cultigens is a comprehensive compilation of the various cultigens or cultivated varieties of plums. Plums, belonging to the Prunus genus, are small, deciduous trees that produce a variety of fruits known for their sweet and tart flavors. The list includes both traditional and modern varieties, developed through selective breeding or genetic modification.

Cultigens

European Plums

European plums (Prunus domestica) are known for their round to oval shape, blue or purple color, and sweet, yellow flesh. Some of the popular European plum cultigens include:

• Victoria Plum: Named after Queen Victoria, this is a popular British variety known for its reddish-yellow skin and sweet, juicy flesh.
• Mirabelle Plum: Native to France, these small, yellow plums are renowned for their sweet and full-bodied flavor.

Japanese Plums

Japanese plums (Prunus salicina) are larger and rounder than their European counterparts. They are known for their juicy, sweet-tart flavor. Some of the popular Japanese plum cultigens include:

• Santa Rosa Plum: Developed by Luther Burbank, this variety is known for its large size, crimson skin, and sweet, tangy flavor.
• Satsuma Plum: This variety is known for its dark red skin, firm red flesh, and sweet flavor.

American Plums

American plums (Prunus americana) are native to North America. They are smaller and more tart than European and Japanese plums. Some of the popular American plum cultigens include:

• Wild Goose Plum: This variety is known for its small size, bright red skin, and sweet, tart flavor.
• Chickasaw Plum: This variety is known for its small size, yellow skin, and sweet, tart flavor.

See Also

• List of Prunus Cultivars
• Plum
• Prunus

References

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