Griffitharia lanata | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Clade: | Rosids |
Order: | Rosales |
Family: | Rosaceae |
Genus: | Griffitharia |
Species: | G. lanata
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Binomial name | |
Griffitharia lanata (
D.Don) Rushforth
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Griffitharia lanata, commonly known as hairy rowan, is a species of deciduous tree in the family Rosaceae. [1]
It measures 10–12 metres (33–39 ft) tall, rarely a shrub. G. lanata is a fruit bearing tree that flowers in May. It can grow in loamy, sandy and clay soils. G. lanata can grow in complete sunlight or semi-shaded areas. It can withstand high wind speeds, but few other harsh conditions. It is sometimes grown as an ornamental plant in stone gardens, parks and yards. [2]
The fruit of G. lanata grows in bunches with fruit of 1-3 cm in diameter. The seeds of this fruit contain trace amounts of hydrogen cyanide. [3] This is not harmful as there is only a very small amount present in the seeds. There are no known medicinal properties of G. lanata and its fruit.[ citation needed]
G. lanata is found in cooler areas of the northern hemisphere. It is native to eastern China and the Himalayas, [3] but are also found in high grazing pastures of the British Isles.[ citation needed]