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hollyberry cotoneaster

Scientific Name: Cotoneaster bullatus

Family: Rosaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Cotoneaster bullatus

Also known as Hollyberry Cotoneaster, Cotoneaster bullatus is a shrub belonging to the Rose family.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant produces berries that may attract animals.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant produces berries that may attract children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cotoneaster bullatus Bois
  • Common Name: Hollyberry Cotoneaster
  • Synonym: Cotoneaster bullatus f. floribundus
  • Family: Rosaceae (Rose family)
  • Subtribe: Pyrinae
  • Rank: Species

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to China.
  • Non-native in England and Scotland.
  • Frequently found as a bird-sown garden escape.

Ecological Role

  • Considered non-native in some regions.
  • Plantlife is actively working to remove certain cotoneaster species, including C. bullatus, to protect rare native species.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Deciduous shrub that can grow to a medium to large size.
  • Known for its abundant autumn red berries.
  • Large, ovate leaves.
  • Small pink flowers appear in early summer.
  • Can grow up to 3 meters tall.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The berries are particularly attractive to songbirds.

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • NBN (National Biodiversity Network)
  • Dave's Garden
  • GRIN Taxonomy