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Sour Cherry

The sour cherry ( Prunus cerasus) is a member of the Rosaceae family, and is distinguished from the cherry (Prunus avium) by its leaves that are more coriaceous and smaller at the base of the calyx. The acid content in sour cherries is composed primarily of malic acid and minimal traces of citric acid. Sour cherries are also rich in Vitamin A, and considered important in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Sour cherries are also an excellent source of phenols with pronounced anti-oxidation action.