Vilmorin’s Rowan

Sorbus Vilmorinii

The Vilmorin’s Rowan has spring flowers in white or pinkish hues, and clusters of small red or orange berries in late summer and autumn, which serve as a food source for wildlife.

Arboretum Location: The Museum & Science Room

Division: Flowering

Family: Rosaceae

Origins: Western China

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Vilmorin’s Rowan

Sorbus vilmorinii, commonly known as Vilmorin’s Rowan or the Korean Mountain Ash, is a deciduous tree appreciated for its ornamental qualities. The bark of Sorbus vilmorinii is smooth and silver-grey, providing an elegant contrast to its vibrant foliage.

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The Appearance

A small deciduous tree with a rounded crown and pinnate leaves that turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow in autumn.

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The Produce

The Vilmorin's Rowan has spring flowers in white or pinkish hues, and clusters of small red or orange berries in late summer and autumn, which serve as a food source for wildlife.

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The Flowers

Produces clusters of small, white flowers in spring, followed by bright red berries in autumn.

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The Leaves

Each leaflet is serrated, creating a distinctive and attractive appearance.

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The Bark

The bark is smooth and gray, becoming slightly fissured with age.

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The Habitat

Prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Commonly found in gardens and parks.

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The Ecology

Provides habitat and food for various wildlife, including birds and insects. The berries are particularly attractive to birds.

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The Culture

Popular in ornamental landscaping for its attractive flowers, berries, and autumn foliage.

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Fun Facts

Vilmorin’s Rowan is named after Pierre Louis François Lévêque de Vilmorin, a notable French botanist and horticulturist.

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