Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum)

Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) dark green leaves and red fruit close up
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) showing underside of textured leaf near clusters of red fruit.

Botanical name: Viburnum rhytidophyllum

Common name: Leatherleaf Viburnum

Family: Adoxaceae

Origin: Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 5-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeShadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade; shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Leatherleaf Viburnum is a hardy large shrub, native to east and southeast Asia, and can grow up to 5-10 feet in height. With a moderate water requirement and full, off-white flowers blooming from winter to spring, it can easily attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden.

In terms of its growth requirements, Viburnum rhytidophyllum prefers moist, well-drained soil and thrives in full sun and semi-shade environments. It prefers regular water but can also find success in moderate water conditions.

When it comes to growing this plant in cold climates, the leatherleaf viburnum is cold hardy.

In the right environment and with adequate care, the leatherleaf viburnum will add a touch of elegance to the garden and uplift any garden atmosphere.

Similar plants: Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum)


Image gallery: 21 images
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower clusters with long narrow dark green textured leaves
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) showing clusters of tiny creamy white flower heads amidst foliage.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) green leaves with clusters of small yellow flower buds
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) showing deep green wrinkled leaves and dense clusters of tiny buds
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower close up with a bee collecting nectar
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower cluster attracting a bee near deep dark leaves
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower buds on green leaves in a close up.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with clusters of tiny unopened white flower buds and textured green leaves.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with clusters of small red fruit and deep green leaves
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) displaying rounded clusters of small red and black fruit
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower close up with dark green textured foliage background
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) flower cluster with many white buds among deep green leaves.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) green leaves with red and black fruit clusters branch
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) branches with dense green leaves, tan buds, and red and black fruit.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower cluster, close up on green deeply veined leaves.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower cluster emerging from thick, dark green textured foliage.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower clusters near textured green leaves, close up.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with dense white flower clusters and long deeply veined green leaves.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with clusters of small red fruit and deep green leaves
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) bearing numerous clusters of small red fruit among textured green leaves.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) red fruit and green leaves in a close up.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) clusters of red fruit nestled among textured deep green leaves.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with clusters of small red fruit on a close up branch.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) clusters of red fruit nestled among deep green, textured, wrinkled leaves.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower close up on deep green textured leaves
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower clusters on dark wrinkled foliage.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with clusters of small red fruit and deep green leaves.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) branches laden with round red fruit among elongated dark green foliage.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with red and black fruit clusters on green leaves close up
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) carries dense clusters of ripening red and black round fruit segments.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with small white flower clusters among thick green textured leaves
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) branches full of white flower clusters and long green textured leaves
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower clusters with deep dark green narrow textured plant leaves
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with many white flower clusters among long dark textured green foliage.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower and textured green leaves on shrub branch
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with dense clusters of white flowers against crinkled green foliage
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) green leaves with red fruit and brown buds on plant
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) showing deep green leaves, red fruit clusters, and brown flower buds.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) red fruit and green wrinkled leaves close up
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) clusters of red fruit nestled among deep green textured foliage.
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) white flower and textured dark green leaves close up
Viburnum rhytidophyllum (Leatherleaf Viburnum) with clusters of tiny white flowers among deep green leaves.


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