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Spindle trees (Euonymus)
Also known as : Burning-bush, Strawberry-bush
Spindle trees grow around the world and exhibit a range of flowers and leaves. Indeed, one European species is known as "burning bush" because its bright red flowers resemble flames. Today, the wood is often used to create small tools, handles, and pegs, along with the eponymous spindles. Spindle trees grow pink and orange fruits that are poisonous if consumed. Some varieties including the glossy, baby, bigleaf, and purpleleaf are used for ornamental purposes in landscaping.
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The spindle trees is a diverse genus requiring moderate care. These plants thrive in full sun to partial shade, with well-drained soil and watering once soil starts to dry. They tolerate a good range of temperatures but prefer cool, temperate climates. Challenges include pests like spider mites, vine weevils and diseases like powdery mildew. They are resilient to most environmental sensitivities, but poor drainage may cause root rot. During spring and summer, plants may need more frequent watering and in fall, pruning is recommended to maintain shape and health.
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8 most common species:
Euonymus japonicus
Evergreen spindle
Evergreen spindle(Euonymus japonicus) is a popular ornamental evergreen shrub with numerous cultivars. Due to its superb adaptability and decorative looks, evergreen spindle can be found in parks and gardens all over the world. Its flowers produce a lot of nectar, which makes this plant very attractive to bees.
Euonymus alatus
Burning bush
Euonymus alatus, commonly known as burning bush and winged spindle, is an ornamental deciduous shrub. The most notable feature is its bright red fall leaves, hence the name burning bush. Its captivating looks made it a popular ornamental plant in parks and gardens all over the world. All parts of Euonymus alatus are toxic when ingested.
Euonymus fortunei
Wintercreeper
Euonymus fortunei, commonly known as wintercreeper, is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. Wintercreeper is an ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover and climbing plant, due to its ability to grow like a vine. It is regarded as an invasive species in many parts of North America.
Euonymus europaeus
European spindletree
The european spindletree is a common garden and park plant due to its beautiful flowering and hardiness. As the name infers, its wood is very hard and can be used to make spindles to spin wool. The fruit of the european spindletree is poisonous and can result in liver damage or death.
Euonymus americanus
American Strawberry bush
The american Strawberry bush grows a fascinating flower that appears to burst open, revealing its red fruit inside. Don’t let the name fool you, this Euonymus americanus, also known as Bursting Heart and Hearts-a-bursting, is toxic and should not be ingested. This 1.8 to 3.5 m bush is in the bittersweet family.
Euonymus oxyphyllus
Korean spindle tree
The deciduous korean spindle tree grows at a slow rate, and its wood is used for printing blocks, stamps, and mosaics. The fruits have red pigments because of the presence of anthocyanins, and the trees can grow up to 8 m high. The tree creates a striking display as the leaves turn purplish in the fall.
Euonymus atropurpureus
Burningbush
Burningbush (Euonymus atropurpureus) is a deciduous tree that will grow from 3.5 to 6 m tall. It blooms from late spring to early summer with tiny maroon flowers that bloom profusely. Fruits follow flowering and consists of seed capsules that turn crimson as they ripen in fall. Thrives in full sun or partial shade with medium moist, well-drained soil. Attracts birds and wildlife. Ideal for a woodland garden or planted as a hedge or screen.
Euonymus latifolius
Large-leaved spindle
Large-leaved spindle was given its Latin name, "Euonymus latifolius," after the Greek mother of furies, Euonyme. Its profusion of fruit and flowers make large-leaved spindle an adored ornamental plant.

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Evergreen spindle
Euonymus japonicus
Evergreen spindle
Evergreen spindle(Euonymus japonicus) is a popular ornamental evergreen shrub with numerous cultivars. Due to its superb adaptability and decorative looks, evergreen spindle can be found in parks and gardens all over the world. Its flowers produce a lot of nectar, which makes this plant very attractive to bees.
Burning bush
Euonymus alatus
Burning bush
Euonymus alatus, commonly known as burning bush and winged spindle, is an ornamental deciduous shrub. The most notable feature is its bright red fall leaves, hence the name burning bush. Its captivating looks made it a popular ornamental plant in parks and gardens all over the world. All parts of Euonymus alatus are toxic when ingested.
Wintercreeper
Euonymus fortunei
Wintercreeper
Euonymus fortunei, commonly known as wintercreeper, is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. Wintercreeper is an ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover and climbing plant, due to its ability to grow like a vine. It is regarded as an invasive species in many parts of North America.
European spindletree
Euonymus europaeus
European spindletree
The european spindletree is a common garden and park plant due to its beautiful flowering and hardiness. As the name infers, its wood is very hard and can be used to make spindles to spin wool. The fruit of the european spindletree is poisonous and can result in liver damage or death.
American Strawberry bush
Euonymus americanus
American Strawberry bush
The american Strawberry bush grows a fascinating flower that appears to burst open, revealing its red fruit inside. Don’t let the name fool you, this Euonymus americanus, also known as Bursting Heart and Hearts-a-bursting, is toxic and should not be ingested. This 1.8 to 3.5 m bush is in the bittersweet family.
Korean spindle tree
Euonymus oxyphyllus
Korean spindle tree
The deciduous korean spindle tree grows at a slow rate, and its wood is used for printing blocks, stamps, and mosaics. The fruits have red pigments because of the presence of anthocyanins, and the trees can grow up to 8 m high. The tree creates a striking display as the leaves turn purplish in the fall.
Burningbush
Euonymus atropurpureus
Burningbush
Burningbush (Euonymus atropurpureus) is a deciduous tree that will grow from 3.5 to 6 m tall. It blooms from late spring to early summer with tiny maroon flowers that bloom profusely. Fruits follow flowering and consists of seed capsules that turn crimson as they ripen in fall. Thrives in full sun or partial shade with medium moist, well-drained soil. Attracts birds and wildlife. Ideal for a woodland garden or planted as a hedge or screen.
Large-leaved spindle
Euonymus latifolius
Large-leaved spindle
Large-leaved spindle was given its Latin name, "Euonymus latifolius," after the Greek mother of furies, Euonyme. Its profusion of fruit and flowers make large-leaved spindle an adored ornamental plant.
Rough-stemmed spindle
Euonymus verrucosus
Rough-stemmed spindle
Rough-stemmed spindle's immature branches are covered with small wart-like growths. This quality gave the plant its common name, Warted spindle, and makes it highly distinguishable compared to similar species. Despite this, you should take care around this plant as some species within its genus are poisonous.
Western burning bush
Euonymus occidentalis
Western burning bush
Western burning bush (Euonymus occidentalis) is a type of spindle tree native to North America's Pacific coast. It prefers sandy soils and full or partial sun. The name "burning bush" comes from the bright shades of red it displays in autumn. Western burning bush is mildly toxic if swallowed and should not be grown where pets are likely to chew on it.
Hamilton's spindletree
Euonymus hamiltonianus
Hamilton's spindletree
In the wild, this species may grow to be a shrub of 3 m or a tree up to 20 m tall. The leaf blades are somewhat oval with pointed tips and measure up to 15 cm long. The inflorescence is a cymose cluster of several white flowers, each nearly 1 cm wide. The brown, yellowish, or reddish fruit capsule splits into four sections holding brown seeds with orange arils.
Large-winged spindle
Euonymus macropterus
Large-winged spindle
Large-winged spindle boasts wingspan-like fruits that capture the imagination, spread open as if ready for flight. These captivating seed carriers are signature to the species, complementing its arching branches and dense, oblong leaves. Adaptable yet favoring well-drained soils, it transforms with the seasons, its foliage shimmering with autumnal hues before winter unveils a stoic skeletal beauty.
Euonymus hamiltonianus maackii
Euonymus maackii
Euonymus hamiltonianus maackii
Euonymus hamiltonianus maackii is a deciduous tree native to eastern Asia. Cultivated varieties are also grown in Europe and North America. Euonymus hamiltonianus maackii grows as high as 10 m. Its flowers bloom from spring to summer and its distinctive fruit develops between summer and fall.
Corktree
Euonymus phellomanus
Corktree
Corktree (Euonymus phellomanus) is a flowering plant that is distinguishable for its corky bark that breaks into plates as the plant matures. The bark, as well as its brilliant pink fruits, give this species great ornamental appeal. Corktree is also a versatile and unfussy plant that grows well in a variety of soil and light conditions.
Turkestanicus dwarf euonymus
Euonymus nanus
Turkestanicus dwarf euonymus
Turkestanicus dwarf euonymus is a lovely plant for a garden. It grows as a small shrub, offering bluish-green lance-shaped leaves that turn crimson in the fall. In summer it gives a show of capsule-shaped bright pink flowers. With its natural spreading habit and tolerance of sun and shade, it is ideal to add interest to borders and beds.
Spindle trees 'Emerald gaiety'
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald Gaiety'
Spindle trees 'Emerald gaiety'
Spindle trees 'Emerald gaiety' is a type of wintercreeper that grows about 1.2 to 1.5 m tall and wide. Its name comes from its distinctive white and green leaves which are glossy and bright like emeralds. It flowers only occasionally but is loved primarily for its thick foliage which is ideal for creating hedges and borders.
Wintercreeper 'Silver Queen'
Euonymus fortunei 'Silver Queen'
Wintercreeper 'Silver Queen'
Wintercreeper 'Silver Queen' is a notably large variant of spindle tree or wintercreeper which can reach 2.5 to 3 m tall. The foliage is a creamy white color (or silvery as the name suggests), enjoyed in gardens to brighten up shady areas. This shrub also grows well in pots, where its size can be constrained.
Japanese spindle 'Microphyllus Albovariegatus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus Albovariegatus'
Japanese spindle 'Microphyllus Albovariegatus'
Japanese spindle 'Microphyllus Albovariegatus' grow around the world and exhibit a range of flowers and leaves. Indeed, one European species is known as "burning bush" because its bright red flowers resemble flames. Today, the wood is often used to create small tools, handles, and pegs, along with the eponymous spindles. Japanese spindle 'Microphyllus Albovariegatus' grow pink and orange fruits that are poisonous if consumed. Some varieties including the glossy, baby, bigleaf, and purpleleaf are used for ornamental purposes in landscaping.
Euonymus japonicus 'Albomarginatus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Albomarginatus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Albomarginatus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Albomarginatus' grow around the world and exhibit a range of flowers and leaves. Indeed, one European species is known as "burning bush" because its bright red flowers resemble flames. Today, the wood is often used to create small tools, handles, and pegs, along with the eponymous spindles. Euonymus japonicus 'Albomarginatus' grow pink and orange fruits that are poisonous if consumed. Some varieties including the glossy, baby, bigleaf, and purpleleaf are used for ornamental purposes in landscaping.
Spindle tree 'Green Spire'
Euonymus japonicus 'Green Spire'
Spindle tree 'Green Spire'
The upright pointing stems of spindle tree 'Green Spire' certainly look like the spires of buildings. This is a popular evergreen shrub that is most often grown in sheltered beds and borders. The parent plant has a bushier, less upright growth form. Its dense, striking foliage makes it ideal for use as a hedge or screen.
Fleshy‑flowered spindletree
Euonymus carnosus
Fleshy‑flowered spindletree
Fleshy‑flowered spindletree is a hardy shrub distinguished by its fleshy, dark green leaves and rounded, compact growth habit. In spring, the plant adorns itself with small, inconspicuous flowers, later producing vivid pink fruit that crack open to reveal bright orange seeds. This visual spectacle is complemented by its ability to thrive in a variety of soil conditions, making it a resilient and attractive choice for gardeners.
Wintercreeper 'Emerald 'n' Gold'
Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald 'n' Gold'
Wintercreeper 'Emerald 'n' Gold'
Wintercreeper 'Emerald 'n' Gold' is a variant of spindle tree, also known as wintercreepers. This variant has distinctive green leaves with a golden-yellow edging, which gives it its poetic name. Many wintercreeper variants are bred for color and size variations. This kind grows 30 to 61 cm tall and wide making it a popular decorative variant for borders.
Loose-flowered euonymus
Euonymus laxiflorus
Loose-flowered euonymus
Loose-flowered euonymus is a gracefully structured shrub or small tree, renowned for its loose clusters of dainty, bell-shaped white or pale green flowers. Featuring elongated leaves that are finely serrated at the edges, loose-flowered euonymus often exhibits a multi-stemmed growth habit, thriving in woodland settings or shaded areas. Its subtle autumn fruiting adds a pop of color with rosy-pink capsules that open to reveal showy orange seeds, providing seasonal interest and facilitating seed dispersal by wildlife.
Evergreen spindle 'Ovatus Aureus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Ovatus Aureus'
Evergreen spindle 'Ovatus Aureus'
Evergreen spindle 'Ovatus Aureus' is a popular cultivar of the Evergreen spindle that is often used for hedging. 'Aureus' means 'golden' in Latin and refers to the plant's leaves, which have green centers and golden yellow fringes. By contrast, the leaves of the parent plant are only one color. New leaves are typically fully yellow, with the centers shading to green as they grow older.
Wintercreeper 'Coloratus'
Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'
Wintercreeper 'Coloratus'
This cultivar may look average in the warmer months, but when autumn and winter hit, the leaves change to a lovely and unique reddish-purple. Wintercreeper 'Coloratus' was cultivated as a hybrid and named after its delightful winter color change. Wintercreeper 'Coloratus' is famous for its burgundy color, prolific growth, and ease of care.
Wintercreeper 'Moonshadow'
Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow'
Wintercreeper 'Moonshadow'
Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow' is named for its striking variegated leaves which feature a yellowish moon-colored center surrounded by dark green. These leaves contrast with the plain green leaves of the parent. Wintercreeper 'Moonshadow' is an excellent choice for a groundcover to bring winter color to the garden.
Euonymus japonicus 'Aureo-marginatus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Aureo-marginatus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Aureo-marginatus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Aureo-marginatus' is a vibrant evergreen shrub with broad, glossy leaves accented by striking golden-yellow margins. The dense foliage offers year-round interest, creating a visual highlight in any garden setting. Euonymus japonicus 'Aureo-marginatus' thrives in well-drained, fertile soils and benefits from sunlight but can tolerate partial shade, which may influence the intensity of its leaf variegation.
Evergreen spindle 'Green Rocket'
Euonymus japonicus 'Green Rocket'
Evergreen spindle 'Green Rocket'
Evergreen spindle 'Green Rocket' grows in upright, rocket-like spikes rather than the bushy morphology of the parent shrub. This attractive low-maintenance hedgerow or garden plant has a striking spindle-like leaf formation and grows well in both acidic and alkaline soils as long as they are well-drained.
Euonymus 'Harlequin'
Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin'
Euonymus 'Harlequin'
The euonymus 'Harlequin' is a type of spindle tree with very unusual foliage. Unlike other wintercreeper variants, the euonymus 'Harlequin'’s foliage grows in white, passes through a speckled green phase, and then changes once again into a pinkish green later in the year. This unusual set of colors is what inspired the cultivar's name. It is a small decorative variant of about 91 to 122 cm tall.
Wintercreeper 'Gold Splash'
Euonymus fortunei 'Gold Splash'
Wintercreeper 'Gold Splash'
Wintercreeper 'Gold Splash' is a vibrant variegated evergreen shrub, notable for its bright yellow and green foliage which brings color to gardens year-round. The leaves are broad, glossy, and splashed with bold patterns, contrasting beautifully against darker greens. This hardy plant thrives in a range of conditions, though it favors well-drained soil and can tolerate partial shade, making it versatile for landscape use.
Wintercreeper 'Canadale Gold'
Euonymus fortunei 'Canadale Gold'
Wintercreeper 'Canadale Gold'
Wintercreeper 'Canadale Gold' is so-named for the lovely golden leaf edges which surround its green leaves. In contrast, the parent plant has plain green leaves. This evergreen shrub is ground-hugging, so it makes for good ground cover. Alternatively, it can be grown as a hedging plant.
Evergreen spindle 'Bravo'
Euonymus japonicus 'Bravo'
Evergreen spindle 'Bravo'
The color, density and shape of the evergreen spindle 'Bravo' combined with its low maintenance needs, make it a desired addition to gardens or yard borders. This cultivar is different from the Evergreen spindle because it has creamy yellow and green leaves and stands more upright.
Boxleaf Euonymus
Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus'
Boxleaf Euonymus
Boxleaf Euonymus is a compact, evergreen shrub with small, glossy green leaves. Its dense, mounded growth habit is accented by inconspicuous white flowers in spring, sometimes followed by ornamental red berries. Adaptable to a variety of conditions, boxleaf Euonymus thrives in sun or partial shade, responding well to pruning, making it a popular choice for hedges and topiary in landscaping.
European spindletree 'Red Cascade'
Euonymus europaeus 'Red Cascade'
European spindletree 'Red Cascade'
An Award of Garden Merit winner, european spindletree 'Red Cascade''s compact size and ornamental, long-lasting red fruits and leaves give this plant its distinct appearance. Hybridized from other spindle tree varieties, european spindletree 'Red Cascade' was named quite literally for its cascading red appearance in the colder months. This is in large part what it's loved for, as well as its appeal to wildlife.
Euonymus fortunei 'Interbolwi'
Euonymus fortunei 'Interbolwi'
Euonymus fortunei 'Interbolwi'
Euonymus fortunei 'Interbolwi' is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its dense, glossy green leaves with bold, bright yellow margins. It flourishes in a variety of conditions but prefers well-drained soil and partial shade, where the vibrant foliage provides year-round interest. This hardy cultivar is commonly used for ground cover or creating visually striking hedges.
Burning bush 'Compactus'
Euonymus alatus 'Compactus'
Burning bush 'Compactus'
Burning bush 'Compactus', as its name suggests, is a relatively compact cultivar of Euonymus alatus. However, this brilliant red shrub can still grow up to 3 m tall. It adds vibrant color, attracts birds, and spreads easily. It is considered invasive in parts of North America.
Euonymus alatus 'Blade Runner'
Euonymus alatus 'Blade Runner'
Euonymus alatus 'Blade Runner'
Euonymus alatus 'Blade Runner' is a striking deciduous shrub renowned for its unique winged corky branches. It unveils a fiery display of crimson-red leaves in the fall, contrasting with small greenish-yellow flowers in spring. Thriving in well-drained soil, euonymus alatus 'Blade Runner' reaches up to 2.5 meters, creating a vibrant spectacle in temperate gardens.
Evergreen spindle 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus'
Euonymus japonicus 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus'
Evergreen spindle 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus'
Evergreen spindle 'Microphyllus Aureovariegatus' was bred to be a dwarf version of its parent plant (Evergreen spindle). With its dense foliage and compact growth form, this cultivar is a perfect choice for small gardens. It is also suitable for container growth.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
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Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
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Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
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Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Solanum
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
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Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
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Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Also known as: Burning-bush, Strawberry-bush
Spindle trees grow around the world and exhibit a range of flowers and leaves. Indeed, one European species is known as "burning bush" because its bright red flowers resemble flames. Today, the wood is often used to create small tools, handles, and pegs, along with the eponymous spindles. Spindle trees grow pink and orange fruits that are poisonous if consumed. Some varieties including the glossy, baby, bigleaf, and purpleleaf are used for ornamental purposes in landscaping.
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2.5 cm
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Ideal Temperature
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The spindle trees is a diverse genus requiring moderate care. These plants thrive in full sun to partial shade, with well-drained soil and watering once soil starts to dry. They tolerate a good range of temperatures but prefer cool, temperate climates. Challenges include pests like spider mites, vine weevils and diseases like powdery mildew. They are resilient to most environmental sensitivities, but poor drainage may cause root rot. During spring and summer, plants may need more frequent watering and in fall, pruning is recommended to maintain shape and health.
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8 most common species:
Euonymus japonicus
Evergreen spindle
Evergreen spindle(Euonymus japonicus) is a popular ornamental evergreen shrub with numerous cultivars. Due to its superb adaptability and decorative looks, evergreen spindle can be found in parks and gardens all over the world. Its flowers produce a lot of nectar, which makes this plant very attractive to bees.
Euonymus alatus
Burning bush
Euonymus alatus, commonly known as burning bush and winged spindle, is an ornamental deciduous shrub. The most notable feature is its bright red fall leaves, hence the name burning bush. Its captivating looks made it a popular ornamental plant in parks and gardens all over the world. All parts of Euonymus alatus are toxic when ingested.
Euonymus fortunei
Wintercreeper
Euonymus fortunei, commonly known as wintercreeper, is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. Wintercreeper is an ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover and climbing plant, due to its ability to grow like a vine. It is regarded as an invasive species in many parts of North America.
Euonymus europaeus
European spindletree
The european spindletree is a common garden and park plant due to its beautiful flowering and hardiness. As the name infers, its wood is very hard and can be used to make spindles to spin wool. The fruit of the european spindletree is poisonous and can result in liver damage or death.
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Dracaena
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Ficus
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Rubus
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Acer
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Solanum
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Rosa
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Quercus
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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