Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
integrifolius
ID:
1000343

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) G.Klotz

Source:
rjp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Wiss. Z. Martin-Luther-Univ. Halle-Wittenberg, Math.-Naturwiss. Reihe 12: 779 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000999681

Common Names

  • Integrifoliate Cotoneaster
  • Whole-leaved Cotoneaster
  • Broad-leaved Cotoneaster

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Description

Cotoneaster integrifolius (also called the evergreen cotoneaster, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the rose family. It is native to Europe and Asia, where it is found in forests, grasslands, and along roadsides. It is a shrub with long, arching stems and leaves composed of three leaflets. The flowers are white or pink and the fruits are red and edible.

Uses & Benefits

Cotoneaster integrifolius is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cotoneaster integrifolius has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are reddish-green and have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotoneaster integrifolius is a deciduous shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 feet. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Cotoneaster integrifolius

Cotoneaster integrifolius is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Gansu, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Shaanxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan.

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-298: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Gerhard Klotz (1928-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Klotz' in the authors string.