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:
Serviceberries
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.

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