Cotoneaster integerrimus
Cotoneaster integerrimus, commonly known as the Smooth-leaved Cotoneaster, is a resilient evergreen shrub valued for its ornamental beauty. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this plant holds significance in traditional ethnobotany. Its dense foliage and hardy nature make it a fascinating subject for studying botanical properties and diverse ecological roles.
- Scientific name: Cotoneaster integerrimus
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Cotoneaster as the species Cotoneaster integerrimus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cotoneaster | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cotoneaster integerrimus, is referred to by various common names depending on the regional language and script used. In Simplified Chinese, it is known as 全缘栒子 (zh-hans) and is also written as 全缘栒子 in mainland China (zh-cn) and Singapore (zh-sg). In Traditional Chinese, the name is written as 全緣栒子 (zh-hant), which is the same form used in Hong Kong (zh-hk).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 全缘栒子 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 全緣栒子 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 全緣栒子 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 全缘栒子 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 全缘栒子 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 全緣栒子 | Wikidata |
| de | Gewöhnliche Zwergmispel | Wikidata |
| pl | Irga zwyczajna | Wikidata |
| az | Tamkənaryarpaq dovşanalması | Wikidata |
| fi | euroopantuhkapensas | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several European regions. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Its presence also extends further south into the central part of the continent. Specifically, it is documented to occur within the borders of Austria. Therefore, its habitat spans both Northern and Middle Europe.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cotoneaster integerrimus, is characterized by distinct morphological features across its various components. The twigs are typically slender and woody, providing the structural framework for the shrub's growth. During certain seasons, the plant produces small, fleshy fruits that serve as a key identifying characteristic and a vital component of its botanical profile.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| twigs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cotoneaster integerrimus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)- epicatechin, flavonoids, polyphenols.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)- epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cotoneaster integerrimus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cardiovascular diseases.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cardiovascular diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |