Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
leveillei
ID:
1005848

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Fryer & B.Hylmö

Source:
rjp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Cotoneasters : 314 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001005186

Common Names

  • Leveille Cotoneaster
  • Cotoneaster leveillei
  • Leveille's Cotoneaster

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Description

Cotoneaster leveillei (also called Leveille's Cotoneaster, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China. It has a rounded crown and white flowers. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cotoneaster leveillei is an evergreen shrub that is often used in landscaping. It has glossy green foliage and small white flowers that bloom in the spring. The plant is also known for its bright red berries, which are attractive to birds and other wildlife. It is also drought-tolerant and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cotoneaster leveillei are small, white, and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotoneaster leveillei is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings. Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Prune as needed to maintain desired shape.

Where to Find Cotoneaster leveillei

Cotoneaster leveillei is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Gansu. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

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-37170: 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.