| Scientific Name: | Prunus serotina |
| Common Names: | Cherry, Black Cherry, Wild Cherry |
| Market Availability: | Usually available in 4/4 – 8/4. Limited availability in 10/4 – 12/4 |
| Common Uses: | Flooring, cabinets, furniture, mouldings |
| Regional Differences: | Northern and Appalachian Cherry are similar. Cherry from Pennsylvania is generally believed to have the best color and lowest gum pocket content. |
| Color Specifications: | Unselected, Unlimited Sapwood, Red 1 Face, The red heartwood content of each face is often specified as a percentage |
| Grade: | NHLA Standard Grade Rules |
| Defects to consider: | Gum pocket |
| Alternatives: | Soft Maple, White Birch (when both are stained) |
| Shipping Weight: | Kiln Dried 3760 lbs/MBF (723 kg/m3) |
| Specific Gravity: | Kiln Dried 0.51, Green 0.45 |
| Compressive Strength: | (Perpendicular to grain) 690 psi |
| Janka Hardness: | (Pounds-force) 950 |
