Cotoneaster

/kəˈtoʊniːæstər/ noun

Definition

A genus of ornamental shrubs and small trees with small leaves and bright red or orange berries, popular in gardens and landscaping.

Etymology

From Latin cotone- (quince, from Greek kotonion) plus -aster (a suffix meaning 'like' or 'resembling'), as the plant somewhat resembles the quince.

Kelly Says

Cotoneasters are invasive in many parts of the world—birds love their berries and spread seeds everywhere, making this innocent-looking ornamental a botanical troublemaker that outcompetes native plants.

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