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Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Also known as Carole Orange Berries · Firethorn · Formosa Pyracantha
Formosa Firethorn (Pyracantha koidzumii) is a dense, evergreen shrub with glossy leaves, white flowers in spring, and vibrant red-orange berries in fall and winter.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in temperate climates. Protect from extreme frost when young.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to shape the plant and remove dead or crossing branches. Summer pruning can be done to control size and encourage fruiting spurs.
Flowers and fruits form on old wood.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining medium with bottom heat. Seed propagation is also possible but may result in variable offspring and requires stratification.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, moving to a slightly larger pot. Use a well-draining potting mix. This is especially important for young, vigorously growing plants.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Formosa Firethorn (Pyracantha koidzumii)
Where Formosa Firethorn (Pyracantha koidzumii) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Pyracantha |
| Species | Pyracantha koidzumii |
Similar in genus Pyracantha
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