Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Rhodotypos scandens

Family:
Black Jetbead

Family:
Rosaceae

Description:
Black Jetbead, a tough shrub that is hard to obtain, tolerates sunny or shady sites, poor compacted soils, prolonged drought, and pollution. It looks good in flower, excellent in foliage, is tolerant of shearing, and is named for its small black Winter fruits.

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