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wintergreen barberry

Scientific Name: Berberis julianae

Family: Berberidaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Wintergreen Barberry (Berberis julianae)

The Wintergreen Barberry, scientifically known as Berberis julianae, is a robust evergreen shrub known for its dense growth habit and ornamental value. It is also commonly referred to as Chinese Barberry.

Considerations for Pets

  • This shrub has sharp, three-parted spines and thorny stems.
  • Berberis species, in general, have spiny shoots and often spine-toothed leaves.

Considerations for Children

  • This shrub has sharp, three-parted spines and thorny stems.
  • Berberis species, in general, have spiny shoots and often spine-toothed leaves.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Berberis julianae C.K. Schneid.
  • Common Names: Wintergreen Barberry, Chinese Barberry
  • Family: Berberidaceae

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Central China, specifically the regions of Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, and Hunan.
  • Can be found in USDA Zones 6-9.

Ecological Role

  • Identified as an invasive plant in some regions.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Evergreen shrub, growing to a height of 6-8 feet (approximately 2 meters).
  • Dense, upright, and twiggy growth habit, tending to open at the base with age.
  • Leaves are glossy, dark green above, and pale green beneath, turning bright red in autumn.
  • Features rigid, spiny leaves and three-parted spines.
  • Produces clusters of yellow or orange flowers.
  • Develops bluish-black berries.

Cultivation

  • Tolerant of drought and climate/soil extremes.
  • Grows best in full sun to part shade and requires well-drained soil.
  • Hardiest of the evergreen barberries.
  • Suitable for hedging and barrier plantings due to its dense branching and spiny nature.

Quirky Facts

  • Wintergreen Barberry is considered one of the best plants for creating a formidable, intruder-proof hedge.

Further Information

  • Additional information can be found at Dave's Garden.
  • Encyclopedia of Life includes details about Berberis julianae.
  • University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service provides horticultural information.
  • USDA PLANTS database contains information under the symbol BEJU4.