Plum-leaved Spiraea
Spiraea prunifolia
Family: Rosaceae
What it is like
A small shrub or rounded bush. It grows 2 m high and spreads 2 m wide. It loses its leaves during the year. The leaves are egg shaped and have very small teeth. The leaves turn reddish-orange in autumn. The flowers are white and double. They are in clusters.
There are about 70-100 Spiraea species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It suits hardiness zones 4-10. Arboretum Tasmania. In Sichuan and Yunnan.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, China, Europe, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Tasmania
How it is used for food
CAUTION: Because the leaves contain hydrocyanic acid they should be cooked.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Bridalwreath spiraea, Liye Xiuxianju, Laughing face flower, Shoe button Spirea