Pyracantha koidzumii
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Formosa Firethorn, Taiwan firethorn, Koidzumi's firethorn
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPyracantha koidzumii commonly known as Formosa firethorn or Taiwan firethorn, is a species of plant in the family Rosaceae. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Description
A shrub. It grows 3.5-4.5 m high and spreads 3.5 m wide. It has many branches. The young stem are reddish and have a down. They become smooth and purple. The leaves are dark green and glossy above but paler underneath. The flowers are small and white. The fruit is a berry. The colour can vary but they are often orange or scarlet.
Edible Uses
The fruit is edible; each fruit is approximately 7mm in diameter. No further details on preparation are recorded.
Medicinal Uses
None known.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It grows in rocky valleys and seashores. It suits hardiness zones 7-10.
Where It Grows
Asia, Australia, Hawaii, Mexico, North America, Pacific, Taiwan, USA,
Propagation
Sow seed as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame, removing all fruit flesh first as it can inhibit germination. Stored seed needs 3 months of cold stratification; sow as early in the year as possible in a cold frame. Prick seedlings into individual pots when large enough and grow on in the cold frame through their first winter. Plant out in late spring or early summer after the last expected frosts. Cuttings of almost mature wood, 5–10cm with a heel, can be taken in mid-August and rooted in a cold frame, then potted up in October or the following spring.
Other Uses
None known.
Notes
There are 7 Pyracantha species.
Synonyms
References (5)
- Cundall, P., (ed.), 2004, Gardening Australia: flora: the gardener's bible. ABC Books. p 1116
- J. Arnold Arbor. 1:261. 1920
- Lord, E.E., & Willis, J.H., 1999, Shrubs and Trees for Australian gardens. Lothian. p 254
- Plants for a Future database, The Field, Penpol, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0NG, UK. http://www.scs.leeds.ac.uk/pfaf/
- Staples, G.W. and Herbst, D.R., 2005, A tropical Garden Flora. Bishop Museum Press, Honolulu, Hawaii. p 477
