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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.