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Cotoneaster dammeri var. radicans
Scientific Name: Cotoneaster dammeri var. radicans
Family: Rosaceae
Category: Dicot
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Cotoneaster dammeri var. radicans
Also known as bearberry cotoneaster, creeping cotoneaster, or rock cotoneaster, Cotoneaster dammeri var. radicans is a popular groundcover.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is often grown as a groundcover and its low-growing habit might make it accessible to pets.
- The plant produces berries which may be attractive to pets.
Considerations for Children
- This plant is often grown as a groundcover and its low-growing habit might make it accessible to children.
- The plant produces berries which may be attractive to children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cotoneaster dammeri C.K. Schneid. var. radicans (Dammer ex C.K. Schneid.) C.K. Schneid.
- Family: Rosaceae (Rose family)
- Synonyms: Cotoneaster radicans
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to China.
- Naturalized in Europe.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Growth habit: Groundcover, shrub.
- Life Form: Shrub
- Height: 10-20 cm (4-6 inches). May reach up to 15cm in height.
- Spread: 90cm to 1.60m (36 inches to 5 feet).
- Growth rate: Fast.
- Foliage: Evergreen with small, roundish, dark green leaves.
- Flowers: Small, white (or reddish) flowers.
- Fruit: Bright red berries.
Ecological Role
- Used as a groundcover due to its fast and dense growth.
Other Information
- Exposure: Sun or partial shade.
- Hardiness: Zones 5A - 7B.
- Usage: Ornamental plant.
Quirky Facts
- Shoots that come into contact with soil will root.
Further Information
- Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)
- The Plant List (1.1)
- EOL (Encyclopedia of Life)
- IPNI (International Plant Names Index)
- Australian Plant Name Index
- NYBG Virtual Herbarium
- Flora of China: Online version