Abstract: The species，distribution and quantity of wild Cerasus ornamental resources in Liujiashan area were investigated. The results showed that：There were 5 species of wild Cerasus in Liujiashan area， including Cerasus discoidea , Cerasus conradinae , Cerasus pilosiuscula , Cerasus dieisiana and Cerasus scopulorum ；wild Cerasus resources covered an area of 20 hectares and mainly distributed at an altitude of 570 -720 m soil barren hillside，valleys and cliffs. The area is rich in reserve resources of wild Cerasus with the number of over 100 thousands. The ornamental characteristics of wild Cerasus are abundant，the blooming period is from mid March to early April，the fruit period lasts on May while autumn-leaf period lasts from late September to October. It is suggested to enhance the protection of wild Cerasus resources to promote their natural regeneration；domestication，breeding and propagation of wild Cerasus of high ornamental values are also suggested to promote their applications in city landscape.

Key words: Liujiashan area of Wuhan, wild cherry blossom, resource investigation, ornamental characteristics