Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
cardinalis
ID:
1005791

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Fryer & B.Hylmö

Source:
rjp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Cotoneasters : 309 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001005129

Common Names

  • Cardinal Cotoneaster
  • Cotoneaster cardinalis
  • Cardinal's Cotoneaster

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Description

Cotoneaster cardinalis (also called Cardinal Cotoneaster, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to East Asia. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, dark green in color and up to 8 cm long. The flowers are white and the fruits are red. It grows in open forests, parks and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Cotoneaster cardinalis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it is low-maintenance and has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, as it is very hardy and can tolerate a wide range of climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cotoneaster cardinalis are white or pink, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotoneaster cardinalis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be 4-6 inches in length. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and plant in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Place the pot in a warm, bright location and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root in 6-8 weeks.

Where to Find Cotoneaster cardinalis

Cotoneaster cardinalis can be found in the mountains of central and eastern Asia.

Species in the Cotoneaster genus

Cotoneaster rosiflorus, Cotoneaster buxifolius, Cotoneaster bullatus, Cotoneaster divaricatus, Cotoneaster parnassicus, Cotoneaster insculptus, Cotoneaster acutifolius, Cotoneaster nitidus, Cotoneaster tomentosus, Cotoneaster horizontalis, Cotoneaster simonsii, Cotoneaster obtusus, Cotoneaster nitens, Cotoneaster dielsianus, Cotoneaster congestus, Cotoneaster rosea, Cotoneaster obscurus, Cotoneaster aitchisonii, Cotoneaster angustus, Cotoneaster melanocarpus, Cotoneaster coriaceus, Cotoneaster dokeriensis, Cotoneaster floccosus, Cotoneaster frigidus, Cotoneaster glabratus, Cotoneaster glaucophyllus, Cotoneaster gracilis, Cotoneaster hebephyllus, Cotoneaster megalocarpus, Cotoneaster henryanus, Cotoneaster neopopovii, Cotoneaster tjuliniae, Cotoneaster kangdingensis, Cotoneaster kotschyi, Cotoneaster kweitschoviensis, Cotoneaster langei, Cotoneaster ludlowii, Cotoneaster luristanicus, Cotoneaster majusculus, Cotoneaster meiophyllus, Cotoneaster melanotrichus, Cotoneaster meyeri, Cotoneaster morulus, Cotoneaster muliensis, Cotoneaster alatavicus, Cotoneaster allochrous, Cotoneaster armenus, Cotoneaster goloskokovii, Cotoneaster ignavus, Cotoneaster insignis,

Species in the Rosaceae family

Acaena macrocephala, Acaena antarctica, Acaena argentea, Acaena boliviana, Acaena buchananii, Acaena echinata, Acaena agnipila, Acaena cylindristachya, Acaena confertissima, Acaena eupatoria, Acaena integerrima, Acaena leptacantha, Acaena ovina, Acaena magellanica, Acaena masafuerana, Acaena patagonica, Acaena tenera, Acaena platyacantha, Acaena pumila, Acaena splendens, Acaena stricta, Acaena stangii, Acaena trifida, Acaena pallida, Acaena caespitosa, Acaena saccaticupula, Acaena subincisa, Acaena hirsutula, Acaena fissistipula, Acaena glabra, Acaena tesca, Acaena juvenca, Acaena emittens, Acaena dumicola, Acaena profundeincisa, Acaena minor, Acaena alpina, Acaena montana, Acaena myriophylla, Acaena poeppigiana, Acaena anserovina, Acaena sericea, Acaena latebrosa, Acaena sarmentosa, Acaena elongata, Acaena exigua, Acaena rorida, Acaena novae-zelandiae, Acaena pinnatifida, Acaena inermis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-37108: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Hylmo (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hylmö' in the authors string.
Jeanette Fryer (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Fryer' in the authors string.