How to identify Luzon viburnum (Viburnum luzonicum)
Luzon viburnum is characterized by its robust stature, reaching heights and widths of up to 15 feet (4.5 meters). This deciduous shrub presents with a dense, twiggy structure and a rounded overall form. Its leaves are notable for their variability, displaying an array of shapes influenced by environmental conditions. The plant's natural affinity for a dense growth habit renders it an excellent choice for hedging purposes.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Shrub
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Deciduous shrub reaching 15 feet (4.5 meters) with variable leaf shapes.
White, symmetrical flowers in dense clusters, 0.2 inches (5 mm) across.
Visually striking fruit evolving from red to glossy black orbs, selectively distributed.
Simple leaves, up to 4 inches (10 cm) long, turning red-purple in autumn.
The leaves of luzon viburnum are simple and vary in shape from elliptical to ovate, with sizes reaching up to 4 inches (10 cm) in length. They exhibit a spectrum of forms, including oval, oblong, and ovate shapes, depending on their habitat. In autumn, they transform to a striking red-purple hue. The texture is smooth, and they bear a prominent vein pattern that is easily noticeable. These characteristics make the leaves of luzon viburnum particularly distinctive and identifiable.
The flowers of luzon viburnum appear in small umbel-like cymes that cluster together, presenting a delicate array of white blooms. Each individual flower bears a symmetrical structure with petals that form a rounded shape, typically measuring about 0.2 inches (5 mm) across. These clusters bloom from mid to late spring, releasing a slightly unpleasant fragrance. The petals are closely arranged, giving the cymes a dense, cohesive appearance, making them a distinctive feature of this species during its blooming period.
The fruit of luzon viburnum is a visually striking feature, initially presenting as vibrant red orbs that evolve into a glossy black upon maturity. Characteristically spherical, these fruits are modestly distributed across the plant, which hints at selective, rather than prolific, fruiting. The outer texture remains smooth throughout the color transition, reflecting a common trait within the genus. Despite the scarcity of fruits, their distinct color shift from fiery red to deep black provides an easily noticeable signal of their maturity stage which can aid in identification and harvesting.
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Scientific Classification of Luzon viburnum
