Cotoneaster apiculatus
Apiculate Cotoneaster, Cranberry Cotoneaster
Also known as: Cotoneaster distichus var. tongolensis C.K.Schneid. +4 more
- Cotoneaster distichus var. tongolensis C.K.Schneid.
- Cotoneaster horizontalis var. robustus van Nes
- Cotoneaster kansuensis G.Klotz
- Pyrus apiculata (Rehder & E.H.Wilson) M.F.Fay & Christenh.
- Pyrus gansuana M.F.Fay & Christenh.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rosaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
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Cotoneaster apiculatus (commonly known as Apiculate Cotoneaster or Cranberry cotoneaster) is a shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family. Indigenous to Temperate Asia, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. The genus Cotoneaster is notably large, comprising more than 250 species.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
China
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
China North-Central, China South-Central
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Belgium, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Oregon, Spain