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Cotoneaster salicifolius var. rugosus

Scientific Name: Cotoneaster salicifolius var. rugosus

Family: Rosaceae

Category: Dicot

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Cotoneaster salicifolius var. rugosus

Also known as Willow-leaved Cotoneaster (English), and Weiden-Zwergmispel (German).

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a shrub with berries that may be attractive to pets, warranting monitoring of access or consumption.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cotoneaster salicifolius var. rugosus (E. Pritzel) Rehder &amp E.H. Wilson
  • Family: Rosaceae
  • Synonyms:
    • Cotoneaster rugosus E. Pritzel
    • Cotoneaster salicifolius Franch. var. rugosus (E. Pritz.) Rehder &amp E.H. Wilson
    • *Cotoneaster hylmoei* Flinck &amp J. Fryer (Sometimes listed as a synonym)
  • Note: The text indicates that the taxonomic standing of Cotoneaster salicifolius var. rugosus is "not accepted - synonym" according to some sources. This means it may be considered a synonym of another taxon, possibly Cotoneaster salicifolius var. salicifolius.

Distribution and Habitat

The text references its presence in Hubei and Sichuan (China). It is described as drought-tolerant.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is described as an evergreen to semi-evergreen, low-lying, small to medium-sized shrub.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • It is mentioned as a common associate of Coriaria nepalensis, Itea ilicifolia, and Cotinus cogyria var. pubescens.

Additional Information

  • Further information can be found at the RHS (Royal Horticultural Society), IPNI (International Plant Names Index), Australian Plant Name Index, and NYBG (New York Botanical Garden) Virtual Herbarium.
  • The Flora of China Editorial Committee provides a reference article in the Flora of China (Pittosporaceae through Connaraceae).