A plum is any of various trees or shrubs in the genus Prunus and their edible fruits. Closely related to peaches and cherries, plums are widely eaten fresh as a dessert fruit, cooked as compote or jam, or baked in a variety of pastries.
What Is a Plum? The plum is the fruit produced by trees in the Prunus genus, which is a member of the rose family. The plant is native to China, the Americas, and Europe. The fruit is classified as a drupe, meaning it has a pit (or stone) in the center, similar to a peach and apricot.