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Appearance: It can grow as a large, multi-stemmed shrub or a small tree, typically reaching 10-15 meters (30-50 feet) in height. Its bark is dark gray and becomes slightly furrowed with age.

Foliage: The most striking feature is its foliage. The new leaves emerge in a brilliant, shiny copper-red to bronze color, creating a spectacular contrast against the older, deep green leaves. The leaves are lance-shaped (lanceolate), leathery, and have a finely toothed margin.

Flowers and Fruit: In mid to late spring, it produces dense, rounded clusters (corymbs) of small, creamy-white flowers with a distinctive, somewhat pungent scent. These are followed by persistent, small pome fruits that ripen from red to a dark, almost blackish-purple. These berries are a valuable food source for wildlife.

Horticultural Use: Photinia davidsoniae is extremely popular for creating dense, formal hedges or privacy screens, as it responds very well to pruning. The act of pruning also encourages more of the beautiful red new growth.

A Key Consideration: It is important to note that this species is particularly susceptible to a fungal disease called Entomosporium leaf spot, which can cause significant defoliation, especially in humid climates or where air circulation is poor.

3. Key Characteristics at a Glance
Feature Description
Scientific Name Photinia davidsoniae
Common Names Davidson's Photinia, Red Tip Photinia
Plant Type Evergreen Tree / Large Shrub
Family Rosaceae
Native Range China, Vietnam, Thailand
Mature Size 10-15 m (30-50 ft) tall
Foliage Young leaves: Coppery-red; Mature leaves: Glossy, dark green
Flowers Creamy-white clusters, blooming in spring
Fruit Small red to dark purple pomes
Uses Hedges, screens, ornamental tree
Key Issue Susceptible to Entomosporium leaf spot
Sample Paragraph for a General Audience
"If you're looking for a plant that provides year-round interest, Photinia davidsoniae is an excellent choice. This versatile evergreen, often used for tall hedges, puts on a brilliant show each spring. Its new growth bursts forth in a vibrant shade of red, slowly maturing to a deep, glossy green. This creates a stunning two-tone effect, especially after pruning. While it produces clusters of white flowers and berries for wildlife, its main attraction remains its striking and colorful foliage."

I hope these introductions provide a comprehensive understanding of Photinia davidsoniae.





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Photinia davidsoniae: The Davidson's Photinia
Photinia davidsoniae is a handsome evergreen tree or large shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family, highly valued in horticulture for its ornamental appeal and resilience. Native to the forests of China and Southeast Asia, it is a close relative of the more common Photinia × fraseri, but often possesses a more graceful, tree-like habit.

This species is celebrated for its striking foliage. The young leaves emerge in a brilliant, fiery red, creating a spectacular contrast against the mature, glossy dark green leaves. This vibrant display is most pronounced in spring but can continue with new flushes of growth throughout the warm season. In addition to its foliage, Photinia davidsoniae produces dense, flat-topped clusters of small, white flowers in late spring. These are followed by persistent, small red or orange pome fruits that attract birds and add winter interest.

A robust and adaptable plant, Photinia davidsoniae thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of well-drained soils. It is often used as a striking specimen tree, a dense screening plant, or even trained as an espalier. Its combination of year-round evergreen structure, colorful foliage, and wildlife-friendly characteristics makes Photinia davidsoniae a distinguished and valuable choice for gardens and landscapes.



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