Status:
valid
Authors:
Lechl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Berberid. Amer. Austral. : 16 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000563823
Common Names
- Serrato-dentata Barberry
- Serrato-dentata Oregon Grape
- Serrato-dentata Mahonia
Synonyms
- Berberis pearcei Phil. [unknown]
Description
Berberis serrato-dentata (also called Japanese barberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Japan, Korea, and China. It typically grows to a height of 1.5 to 2.5 meters and has oval-shaped leaves with serrated margins. It is typically found in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Berberis serrato-dentata is a popular ornamental shrub. It can be used as a hedge or border plant, and its bright yellow flowers make it a great addition to any garden. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Berberis serrato-dentata has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Berberis serrato-dentata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Berberis serrato-dentata
Berberis serrato-dentata is found in the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
Berberis serrato-dentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Berberis serrato-dentata?
Berberis serrato-dentata
What is the common name of Berberis serrato-dentata?
Serrato-dentata
Where is Berberis serrato-dentata native to?
Argentina
Species in the Berberis genus
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,
Berberis barandana,
Berberis barbeyana,
Berberis batangensis,
Species in the Berberidaceae family
Achlys californica,
Achlys japonica,
Achlys triphylla,
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,