Viburnum rigidum Vent.
Half hardy evergreen shrub of open habit, with oval leaves, to 15cm long, and flattened corymbs of white flowers in early spring, followed by blue to black fruits. To 3m. [RHSD, Hortus, Hilliers’].
Horticultural & Botanical History
‘Viburnum rugosum is a more robust growing plant than any of the true varieties of Tinus, and has larger, harsher, and more hairy leaves. It is also more tender, and is usually and we believe properly, treated as a greenhouse shrub. The flowers are white both within and without, but the stigma being of a bright rose colour give them a lively appearance. Native of the Canaries. Introduced by Mr. Masson in 1778.’ [BM t.2082/1819]. BR f.376/1819.
History at Camden Park
Listed in all published catalogues [T.995/1843]. Received per ‘Sovereign’ February 1831. [ML A2948].
Notes
Published Jul 10, 2009 - 04:20 PM | Last updated Jul 16, 2010 - 02:12 PM
Viburnum rigidum Vent. | BM t.2082/1819 | BHL
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Canary Islands |
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| Common Name | Canary laurustinus |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Viburnum rugosum |
| Confidence level | high |
