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Christmas berry

Pourthiaea villosa

Christmas berry is a cheerful plant that grows bright red berries during the holiday season. Its shiny leaves and colorful fruits make it a favorite in gardens and decorations.

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The Christmas berry is a deciduous shrub or small tree with glossy green leaves that ignite into fiery reds and oranges in autumn. It displays clusters of small white flowers in spring, followed by abundant, bright scarlet berries that persist through winter, making it distinctively vibrant.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusPourthiaea
Christmas berry
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Christmas berry

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

Birds love its juicy red berries so much, they accidentally help plant new Christmas berry trees!

Even though it's called Christmas berry, it's actually a relative of roses, but without the thorns!

In autumn, its leaves turn such a vibrant red, it looks like the tree is on fire with color!

Its scientific name, *villosa*, means 'hairy,' referring to the tiny fuzz on its new twigs!

Special abilities

Ability

Winter Feast Provider

Christmas berry has bright red berries that stay on its branches all winter, providing crucial food for birds when other food is scarce.

Ability

Autumn Color Show

Christmas berry can change its green leaves into stunning shades of red and orange in fall, attracting attention and helping it thrive.

Ability

Tough Survivor

Christmas berry has the ability to grow in many different soil types and conditions, helping it survive in various environments.

Measurements & details

Height
300-600 cm
Spread
300-600 cm
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Bloom Season
Spring
Edible
No
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

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Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Do not eat the berries without asking an adult, as some plants can be harmful.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Christmas berry?

300-600 cm

How wide does Christmas berry spread?

300-600 cm

How big are the flowers on Christmas berry?

0.5-1 cm

When does Christmas berry bloom?

Spring

Is Christmas berry edible?

No

Is Christmas berry toxic?

Mild

What is Christmas berry's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Christmas berry pollinated?

Insect

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