Shiny cotoneaster (Cotoneaster lucidus, None)

Family: Rosaceae

Author: Schltdl.

Bibliography: Unknown

Year: Unknown

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Cotoneaster

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: Unknown

Description

Shiny cotoneaster, known scientifically as Cotoneaster lucidus, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family. Renowned for its attractive foliage and hardy nature, this species is a favored choice for gardeners and horticulturists aiming to add a touch of elegance to their landscaping projects.

Cotoneaster lucidus is celebrated for its lustrous, dark green leaves that transform into a striking display of vibrant oranges and reds during the autumn months. This remarkable seasonal change contributes to its popularity, making it not just a structural plant in gardens but also a specimen for visual interest throughout the year.

In terms of growth, the shiny cotoneaster forms a dense, upright shrub typically reaching heights of 6 to 10 feet, with a similar spread. Its manageable size and well-behaved growth habit render it an excellent choice for hedging or screening. The plant also adapts well to various pruning practices, allowing gardeners to shape it to their specific design needs.

The hydrangea blooms with small, pinkish-white flowers in late spring, offering a subtle yet charming visual appeal. These blossoms subsequently develop into clusters of small, black berries that persist into the winter, providing an additional layer of seasonal interest and a food source for local wildlife.

Shiny cotoneaster thrives in full sun to partial shade and is versatile in its soil preferences, tolerating a range of conditions from well-drained to slightly alkaline soils. Its robust nature makes it relatively low-maintenance once established, although it does benefit from regular watering during its initial growth stages and in periods of prolonged drought.

Despite its resilience, Cotoneaster lucidus should be monitored for common pests such as aphids and fire blight, a bacterial disease that can affect the plant under certain conditions. Implementing good cultural practices and maintaining plant health can minimize these risks.

In landscape design, the shiny cotoneaster is prized not only for its aesthetic qualities but also for its functional attributes. It serves as an excellent buffer against wind, a natural privacy screen, and a habitat for birds and beneficial insects. Its adaptability and visual appeal ensure that whether used in formal gardens, borders, or wild hedgerows, Cotoneaster lucidus is a versatile and valuable addition to any planting scheme.

Common Names

En: Shiny cotoneaster, Peking cotoneaster, Hedge cotoneaster
Be: Кізільнік бліскучы
Da: Glans-dværgmispel
Fi: Kiiltotuhkapensas
Fr: Cotonéaster à feuilles aiguës
De: Glanz-Zwergmispel (Glanzzwergmispel), Glanz-Steinmispel
Lv: Spož
Lt: Blizgantysis kaulenis
No: Blankmispel
Nb: Blankmispel
Nn: Blankmispel
Pl: Irga błyszcząca
Ru: Кизильник блестящий
Sv: Häckoxbär, Kiiltotuhkapensas
Cy: Cotoneaster gloywddail, Cotoneaster Llachar

Synonyms

Distribution

Additional Images

Flower

Taken May 20, 2021 by Anya (cc-by-sa)

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Taken Jun 9, 2020 by cranberrypie (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 16, 2022 by Serg Kulikov (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 17, 2021 by Илья (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jul 5, 2021 by Bogumił Zarzycki (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 27, 2022 by Kate Senatskaya (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 29, 2021 by eleonoraz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 20, 2022 by SVETLANA ANDREEVA (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 8, 2021 by Ирина Кильтау (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

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Taken Aug 29, 2021 by eleonoraz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 8, 2021 by Семенова Ольга (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 20, 2022 by SVETLANA ANDREEVA (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 7, 2021 by Nikolay Laptev (cc-by-sa)

Habit

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Taken Sep 27, 2022 by Kate Senatskaya (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 27, 2022 by Kate Senatskaya (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 20, 2022 by SVETLANA ANDREEVA (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken May 18, 2022 by Dawn Case (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 2, 2021 by Ingvild Tronvik (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 21, 2020 by Flynn (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 18, 2020 by Preuss Josh (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 8, 2021 by Emmi Beimel (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken May 11, 2021 by Zoya (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 22, 2022 by amber peters (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 21, 2020 by Marko Marko Tuomainen (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Cotoneaster lucidus Schltdl.)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3025769)

Specifications

Growth