Pyracantha crenulata (D.Don) M.Roem.

Also known as: Himalayan fire thorn

A medium-sized deciduous tree known for its natural cleansing properties and wide ecological value.

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FAMILY

Rosaceae

NATIVE REGION

India, Nepal, Bhutan

IUCN STATUS

Least concern

TYPE

Deciduous Tree

Native Information

Western Himalaya (India, Nepal, Bhutan, Pakistan).

Habitat

Forest edges, slopes and scrublands 1000-2000m; tolerate dry, rocky soils.

Habit

Spiny evergreen shrub, 2-5, small gloosy leaves ; white flower in spring; bright red orange berries in autumn- winter.

Uses

Ornamental (hedges,gardens); berries eaten by birds; medicinal ( traditional remedies for cough and colds); soil stabilizer on slopes.

Important for ecological balance and supports biodiversity.

Plant Details

Seed

Flower

Fruit

Leaves

Bark

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