Here's a detailed description of the Alubukhara plant — better known in English as the Plum tree:

🌳 Alubukhara (Plum) Plant Description

Alubukhara is the common South Asian name for a type of plum, a deciduous fruit tree valued for its juicy, sweet-tart fruits, spring blossoms, and use in both fresh eating and dried form (prunes). It belongs to the same genus as peaches, apricots, and cherries.

🔍 Botanical Overview
Feature Description
Common Name Alubukhara, Plum
Scientific Name Prunus domestica (European plum) or Prunus salicina (Japanese plum)
Family Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Type Deciduous fruit tree
Origin Europe, Asia (varies by species)
Lifespan 20–30 years on average
🌿 Plant Characteristics
Feature Description
Height 4–10 meters (13–33 feet), depending on variety and pruning
Canopy Rounded and spreading
Leaves Oval, finely serrated, green to dark green
Bark Smooth when young, becoming rough with age
🌸 Flower Description
Feature Description
Blooming Season Late winter to early spring
Flower Color White or pale pink
Flower Type Small, 5-petaled flowers in clusters
Pollination Some varieties are self-pollinating, others need cross-pollination
🍑 Fruit Description
Feature Description
Type Drupe (stone fruit)
Shape Oval or round
Skin Color Varies — purple, red, yellow, or green
Flesh Juicy, sweet to tangy; yellow, red, or amber colored
Seed Single hard pit (stone) in the center
Ripening Time Summer (varies by region and variety)
🌱 Growing Conditions
Requirement Ideal Conditions
Climate Temperate or subtropical
Chill Hours 200–1,000 chill hours needed depending on variety
Sunlight Full sun
Soil Well-drained loamy soil with good organic matter
Watering Regular during flowering and fruit development; reduce after harvest
Fertilizing Use balanced fertilizer (NPK 10-10-10) in early spring and post-harvest
✅ Uses and Benefits
Use Case Description
Culinary (Fresh) Eaten raw, juiced, or in fruit salads
Dried Fruit Dried plums (Alubukhara) are used in desserts, sauces, and traditional medicines
Medicinal Rich in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins; supports digestion and immunity
Ornamental Spring blossoms make it attractive in gardens and landscapes
⚠️ Special Notes

Proper pruning improves airflow and sunlight, reducing disease.

Protect flowers from late frosts, which can destroy early blooms.

Fruit drop can be a problem if the tree is stressed or overbearing fruit.

📌 Fun Fact

Dried Alubukhara (plums) are commonly used in South Asian cuisine, especially in chutneys, biryanis, and traditional Unani and Ayurvedic medicine.