Taxon

Sorbus torminalis

 
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Sorbus torminalis - wild service-tree
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Common name: wild service-tree
Family: Rosaceae (rose family)
Synonym: Pyrus torminalis
Distribution: Europe, n. Africa and w. Asia
IUCN Red list: Least concern
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5
Life form: Deciduous tree
Comments: A small to medium sized tree 30-40' tall. This species differs from most mountain-ashes in that it has simple compound leaves. Flowers are typical of the genus, 3-4" wide, off-white clusters in June. Fruits mature as 1/2" brown pomes and are non-distinct. Fall color is an excellent crimson. Plant in full sun to part shade; cool-moist site.
Links: Flora Europaea • Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN Taxonomy) • The Plant List

Locations

  • 1: LKV: CC18 (CC18) • Accession: D1997-0542.002 • Origin: France • Provenance: Wild of Known Origin
  • 2: PER: CF22 (CF22) • Accession: D1997-0542.003 • Origin: France • Provenance: Wild of Known Origin
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