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roundleaf serviceberry

Scientific Name: Amelanchier sanguinea

Family: Rosaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: CT (roundleaf shadbush), IL (shadbush), MA (roundl

       

Roundleaf Serviceberry (Amelanchier sanguinea)

The roundleaf serviceberry, scientifically known as Amelanchier sanguinea, is a charming shrub or small tree appreciated for its early spring flowers and attractive form.

Considerations for Pets

  • The roundleaf serviceberry produces summer fruits resembling miniature [unspecified fruits].

Scientific Classification

  • Scientific Name: Amelanchier sanguinea (Pursh) DC.
  • Family: Rosaceae
  • Synonyms: Roundleaf juneberry, New England serviceberry, Round-leaved Serviceberry, Roundleaf Shadbush
  • Subspecies: Amelanchier sanguinea sanguinea (Amelanchier sanguinea var. sanguinea)

Common Names

  • Roundleaf serviceberry
  • Red-twigged shadbush
  • Roundleaf shadbush
  • Red twig serviceberry
  • Wild pear
  • Huron serviceberry
  • Roundleaf juneberry
  • Shore shadbush
  • Round-leaved juneberry
  • Roundleaf service berry
  • New England service berry
  • Round-leaved service berry

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to eastern and central North America.
  • Specifically found in the northern U.S. from the upper Midwest east to Maine, and in some areas of Virginia.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Deciduous shrub growing up to 3 meters (approximately 9 feet 10 inches).
  • Alternate, simple, deciduous leaves with coarsely-toothed margins.
  • Showy, fragrant, white spring flowers.

Growth Habits

  • Moderate growth rate.
  • Hardy in zones 4 through 9.
  • Not frost tender.
  • Flowers in April.