Bloody whitebeam facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bloody whitebeam |
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Sorbus
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vexans
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The bloody whitebeam (its scientific name is Sorbus vexans) is a super rare tree. It belongs to the Rosaceae family, also known as the rose family. This special tree only grows naturally in England.
You can find the bloody whitebeam along the coast in places like Somerset and Devon. It lives in the beautiful Exmoor National Park. Sadly, it's in danger because its home (its habitat) is shrinking. This means it's a critically endangered species.
What it Looks Like
The bloody whitebeam can be a small tree or a bush. It often has many stems growing from its base.
Its leaves are special. They are narrower than other trees in its family. The underside of the leaves is a cool greyish-white color, just like other whitebeam trees.
In autumn, usually starting in September, this tree grows bright, deep red fruits. That's why it's called 'bloody whitebeam'!
