Prunus Dasycarpa, also known as Chinese sour plum, is a fruit-bearing tree species that belongs to the genus Prunus. The tree is native to China and is cultivated for its sour-tasting fruits that are used for making jams, sauces, and pickles. Synonyms for Prunus Dasycarpa include Prunus salicina var. dasycarpa, Prunus forbesii var. dasycarpa, and Prunus cerasifera var. dasycarpa. The tree is also popularly known under various common names, such as Taiwanese cherry, mei, Chinese plum, and apricot plum. In traditional Chinese medicine, the bark and leaves of the Prunus Dasycarpa are used to treat various health conditions, including diarrhea and inflammation.