Rhaphiolepis sp. (Yeddo Hawthorn)
Rhaphiolepis sp. branches with clusters of small white pink flower buds blooming
Botanical name: Rhaphiolepis sp.
Common name: Yeddo Hawthorn
Family: Rosaceae
Origin: Southeast Asia
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsRhaphiolepis are low growing, spreading evergreen shrubs with thick, leathery, serrated, oblong leaves. They are dark green on top and lighter on bottom. Star shaped flowers are held at branch tips in loose clusters and are white or light pink, with five petals, and may be lightly fragrant. Flowers are followed by blue-black fruits with 1 or 2 seeds and provide food for birds. Must have well drained soil whether in sun or part shade. Avoid overhead irrigation, especially at night.
The genus is closely related to Eriobotrya (Loquats), so closely in fact, that members of the two genera have hybridised with each other.
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