Downy Serviceberry
Amelanchier arborea |
 Other common names:
Common Shadbush, Downy Juneberry, Juneberry, Serviceberry, Shadbush
Other scientific names:
Mespilus arborea
French names:
Amélanchier arborescent
Family:
Rose Family (Rosaceae)
Group:
Serviceberries
Distinctive features:
Tree, Shrub
Similar species:
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Serviceberries
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Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana)
Flowers:
Spring; White; 5 parts (petals)
Leaves:
Alternate, Simple, Toothed
Bark:
Bark is often lightly streaked.
Habitat:
Forests, Fields and Open Areas; Open forests, open areas.
Edible:
The ripe berries are edible.
Books:
Shrubs of Ontario: 157
Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 314
Native/Non-native:
Native
Origin and Meaning of Names:
Scientific Name: arborea: of trees
Photographs:
204 photographs available, of which 6 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.
Range Map is at the bottom of the page
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