Narrow-leaf Firethorn, Orange firethorn
Pyracantha angustifolia

Family: Rosaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It grows 3.5 m high and spreads 3.5 m wide. It has spines. The branches extend out sideways. The leaves are shiny and dark green. They are grey and furry underneath. There are dense heads of small white flowers. The fruit are yellow to orange berries. They are 1 cm across.

There are 7-9 Pyracantha species.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It is native to SW China. It will grow in most soils. It grows between 1,600-3,000 m above sea level. It is resistant to frost but sensitive to drought. It suits hardiness zones 7-10. Arboretum Tasmania. In Sichuan and Yunnan.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Britain, China (country/location of origin), East Africa, Europe, Hawaii, Indonesia, Korea, Lesotho, New Zealand, North America, Pacific, SE Asia, South Africa, Southern Africa, South America, Spain, Tasmania, Tibet, USA, Zimbabwe

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw as a snack.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

It can be grown from seed or by heeled cuttings.

In China plants flower in May to June and fruit in October to December.

Its other names

Local names

Anmilaximi, Duri-api daun kurus, Duri-api kuning, Saigulu, Yellow firethorn, Youlubuzhu

Synonyms

Cotoneaster angustifolius Franch.; Crataegus angustifolia;