Cotoneaster glaucophyllus

Species

Large-leaved cotoneaster (Cotoneaster glaucophyllus) is a long-lived, evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to China and the Himalayas. It was introduced to New Zealand as a garden ornamental and was first recorded in the wild (naturalised) in 1982. The plant grows up to about 6 metres tall and has arching branches and large, oval leaves that are greyish beneath when young. It flowers from October to December, producing clusters of small white flowers, which develop into bright red berries. It tolerates drought, frost, wind and a range of soil types. It reproduces by seed. Seeds are dispersed by birds and other animals that eat the berries.

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