Osteomeles anthyllidifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anthyllidifolia
ID:
1014388
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
rjp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 13: 99 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001013726
Common Names
- Anthyllidifolia
- Anthyllidifolia Osteomeles
- Anthyllidifolia Medlar
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Osteomeles anthyllidifolia (also called 'Fernleaf Hawthorn', among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to the western United States and Canada. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 1–2 m. Its leaves are ovate and serrated, and its flowers are white and fragrant. It is found in open woodlands, along streams, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Osteomeles anthyllidifolia is a shrub native to Japan. It is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Osteomeles anthyllidifolia var. subrotunda (K.Koch) Masam.Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Osteomeles anthyllidifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are reddish-brown with three leaflets.
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Osteomeles anthyllidifolia is native to East Asia and can be found in woodlands, hedgerows and mountain slopes.
Species in the Osteomeles genus
Species in the Rosaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-5823: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.