Kingdom Plantae Family Rosaceae Scientific name Pyracantha koidzumii Rank Species | Order Rosales Genus Pyracantha Higher classification Firethorn | |
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Similar Firethorn, Rosaceae, Pyracantha atalantioides, Pyracantha crenulata, Pyracantha angustifolia | ||
Pyracantha koidzumii commonly known as Formosa firethorn or Taiwan firethorn, is a species of plant in the Rosaceae family. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Description and distribution
The species is 4 metres (13 ft) tall and is native to Taiwan. However, besides Taiwan it was introduced to such US states as Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.
References
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