Lyonia ligustrina
Maleberry
General
This deciduous, ericaceous shrub is a great choice for transitional ecosystems, such as the edges of ponds and between upland areas and bogs, marshes and swamps.
Plant Description
Deciduous shrub with glossy leaves. Flowers are small, white, and urn-shaped. Fruits are small, dry, 5-sectioned capsules.
Height (ft)
13
Soil moisture
Dry to wet
Soil types
Organic and/or sandy soils
Wetland indicator
FACW
Shade tolerance
Tolerant, Full Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom color
White
Bloom period
Spring
Fall conspicuous
Yes
Anaerobic tolerance
High
Drought tolerance
High
Salinity tolerance
None
Self-Pollinated?
Yes
Range
Northeastern, Southeastern, and Southcentral United States.
Kartesz, J.T. 2024. Floristic Synthesis of North America, Version 1.0. Biota of North America Program (BONAP) [website http://bonap.org/]