What's the difference between purple leaf plum and red leaf plum? Is it a variety?

1. What's the difference between purple leaf plum and red leaf plum?

Purple leaf plum and red leaf plum are basically the same in tree shape, color and ornamental value, so they are treated and appreciated as the same tree species. However, there is a difference between careful discrimination. Compared with purple plum, the color is darker. Because the rootstocks used for grafting are different. Among them, purple-leaf plum takes Quercus acutissima as rootstock, and red-leaf plum takes Prunus armeniaca as grafting material. Besides, there are regional differences. Purple plum is mostly planted in the Yangtze River valley, while red plum is mainly planted in the north. There are also differences between the two plants when cutting. The phloem of purple leaf plum is white, and that of red leaf plum is red.

2. Are purple leaf plum and red leaf plum the same variety?

Purple leaf plum and red leaf plum are grafted on different rootstocks, but they are the same variety. They belong to shrubs or small trees of Rosaceae and have the same growth habits. Everyone likes sunny, humid and warm climate, and has certain drought tolerance. Strong adaptability to soil, water and humidity. But if you want it to grow well, it is recommended to use fertile, deep and well-drained substrates for maintenance. They have strong cold resistance, so they are easier to maintain.