Parish's snowberry facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Parish's snowberry |
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Symphoricarpos
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parishii
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Symphoricarpos parishii Rydb.
Symphoricarpos oreophilus var. parishii (Rydb.) Cronquist Symphoricarpos rotundifolius var. parishii (Rydb.) Dempster Symphoricarpos glaucus Eastw. Symphoricarpos parvifolius Eastw. |
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Parish's snowberry, also known by its scientific name Symphoricarpos parishii, is a type of flowering plant. It belongs to the honeysuckle family, which is known for its beautiful flowers and sometimes sweet-smelling plants. This special plant grows in North America.
About Parish's Snowberry
Parish's snowberry is a small, low-growing shrub. It spreads out along the ground. Sometimes, its stems lean on other plants for support.
What it Looks Like
This plant has stems that can grow up to 100 centimeters (about 40 inches) long. Its leaves are small, usually up to 2 centimeters (less than an inch) long. The top of the leaves is a dark green color. The underside of the leaves is a lighter green.
Parish's snowberry produces pretty pink flowers. These flowers are shaped like tiny bells. After the flowers, the plant grows white fruits. These fruits give the "snowberry" its name.
Where it Grows
You can find Parish's snowberry in several places. It grows in the western parts of North America. This includes the states of California, Nevada, and Arizona in the United States. It also grows in Baja California, which is a state in Mexico.
