{"id":634,"date":"2026-10-12T11:58:55","date_gmt":"2026-10-12T15:58:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/?page_id=634"},"modified":"2026-10-12T11:58:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T15:58:55","slug":"lantanaphyllum-viburnum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/trees\/lantanaphyllum-viburnum\/","title":{"rendered":"Lantanaphyllum Viburnum"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Viburnum<\/span> \u00d7<\/span> rhytidophylloides<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n

Lantanaphyllum Viburnum is<\/span> a<\/span> hybrid<\/span> ornamental<\/span> shrub<\/span> or<\/span> small<\/span> tree<\/span> known<\/span> for<\/span> its<\/span> attractive<\/span> evergreen<\/span> to<\/span> semi-evergreen<\/span> foliage,<\/span> clusters<\/span> of<\/span> creamy<\/span> white<\/span> flowers,<\/span> and<\/span> colorful<\/span> fruit.<\/span> Developed<\/span> by<\/span> crossing<\/span> Leatherleaf<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> (<\/span>Viburnum<\/span> rhytidophyllum<\/span><\/em>)<\/span> and<\/span> Lantan<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> (<\/span>Viburnum<\/span> lantana<\/span><\/em>),<\/span> it<\/span> combines<\/span> desirable<\/span> characteristics<\/span> from<\/span> both<\/span> parent<\/span> species,<\/span> including<\/span> hardiness,<\/span> ornamental<\/span> appeal,<\/span> and<\/span> adaptability.<\/span><\/p>\n

Although commonly<\/span> grown<\/span> as<\/span> a<\/span> large<\/span> shrub,<\/span> mature<\/span> specimens<\/span> may<\/span> develop<\/span> a<\/span> small<\/span> tree-like<\/span> form.<\/span> Its<\/span> year-round<\/span> foliage,<\/span> wildlife<\/span> value,<\/span> and<\/span> seasonal<\/span> interest<\/span> have<\/span> made<\/span> it<\/span> a<\/span> popular<\/span> landscape<\/span> plant<\/span> in<\/span> parks,<\/span> campuses,<\/span> gardens,<\/span> and<\/span> arboretums.<\/span><\/p>\n

Identification<\/span><\/h2>\n

Leaves<\/span><\/h3>\n
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  • Opposite<\/span> leaf<\/span> arrangement<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Large<\/span> oval<\/span> leaves<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Dark<\/span> green<\/span> upper<\/span> surface<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Distinctively<\/span> textured<\/span> or<\/span> wrinkled<\/span> appearance<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Gray-green,<\/span> felted<\/span> undersides<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Semi-evergreen<\/span> to<\/span> evergreen<\/span> in<\/span> milder<\/span> climates<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Bark<\/span><\/h3>\n
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    • Gray-brown<\/span> bark<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Smooth<\/span> on<\/span> younger<\/span> stems<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Develops<\/span> modest<\/span> texture<\/span> with<\/span> age<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Flowers<\/span><\/h3>\n
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      • Creamy<\/span> white<\/span> flowers<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Produced<\/span> in<\/span> broad,<\/span> flat-topped<\/span> clusters<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Bloom<\/span> in<\/span> late<\/span> spring<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Attractive<\/span> to<\/span> pollinators<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Fruit<\/span><\/h3>\n
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        • Berries<\/span> produced<\/span> in<\/span> clusters<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Change<\/span> color<\/span> as<\/span> they<\/span> mature<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Often<\/span> transition<\/span> from<\/span> red<\/span> to<\/span> black<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Persist<\/span> into<\/span> autumn<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Attractive<\/span> to<\/span> birds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Size<\/span><\/h3>\n
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          • Typically<\/span> grows<\/span> 10<\/span> to<\/span> 15<\/span> feet<\/span> tall<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Mature<\/span> spread<\/span> of<\/span> 8<\/span> to<\/span> 15<\/span> feet<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Often<\/span> forms<\/span> a<\/span> broad,<\/span> rounded<\/span> shape<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Origin<\/span> and<\/span> History<\/span><\/h2>\n

            Lantanaphyllum<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> is<\/span> a<\/span> cultivated<\/span> hybrid<\/span> developed<\/span> from<\/span> two<\/span> Eurasian<\/span> viburnum<\/span> species.<\/span> The<\/span> hybrid<\/span> combines<\/span> the<\/span> attractive<\/span> foliage<\/span> of<\/span> Leatherleaf<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> with<\/span> characteristics<\/span> inherited<\/span> from<\/span> Lantan<\/span> Viburnum.<\/span><\/p>\n

            Because<\/span> it<\/span> is<\/span> a<\/span> horticultural<\/span> hybrid<\/span> rather<\/span> than<\/span> a<\/span> naturally<\/span> occurring<\/span> species,<\/span> it<\/span> is<\/span> found<\/span> primarily<\/span> in<\/span> cultivated<\/span> landscapes<\/span> rather<\/span> than<\/span> natural<\/span> ecosystems.<\/span><\/p>\n

            Within<\/span> the<\/span> Marshall<\/span> University<\/span> Arboretum,<\/span> Lantanaphyllum<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> is<\/span> classified<\/span> as<\/span> a<\/span> Non-Native<\/span><\/strong> species.<\/span><\/p>\n

            Ecology<\/span> and<\/span> Wildlife<\/span> Value<\/span><\/h2>\n

            Lantanaphyllum<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> provides<\/span> valuable<\/span> resources<\/span> for<\/span> pollinators<\/span> and<\/span> wildlife.<\/span><\/p>\n

            Its<\/span> flowers<\/span> attract:<\/span><\/p>\n

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            • Native<\/span> bees<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Honeybees<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Butterflies<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Other<\/span> pollinating<\/span> insects<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Its<\/span> fruits<\/span> are<\/span> consumed<\/span> by:<\/span><\/p>\n

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              • Songbirds<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Cedar<\/span> waxwings<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Robins<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Other<\/span> fruit-eating<\/span> birds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Its<\/span> dense<\/span> branching<\/span> structure<\/span> also<\/span> provides:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                • Nesting<\/span> habitat<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Shelter<\/span> from<\/span> weather<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Cover<\/span> for<\/span> wildlife<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Human<\/span> Uses<\/span> and<\/span> Cultural<\/span> Significance<\/span><\/h2>\n

                  Lantanaphyllum<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> is<\/span> widely<\/span> planted<\/span> because<\/span> of<\/span> its:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                  • Evergreen<\/span> to<\/span> semi-evergreen<\/span> foliage<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Attractive<\/span> flower<\/span> clusters<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Colorful<\/span> fruit<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Wildlife<\/span> value<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Adaptability<\/span> to<\/span> urban<\/span> environments<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    The<\/span> species<\/span> is<\/span> commonly<\/span> used<\/span> in:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                    • Foundation<\/span> plantings<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Screening<\/span> borders<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Shrub<\/span> collections<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Botanical<\/span> gardens<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Arboretums<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Its<\/span> combination<\/span> of<\/span> ornamental<\/span> features<\/span> provides<\/span> visual<\/span> interest<\/span> throughout<\/span> much<\/span> of<\/span> the<\/span> year.<\/span><\/p>\n

                      Lantanaphyllum<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> at<\/span> Marshall<\/span> University<\/span><\/h2>\n

                      Lantanaphyllum<\/span> Viburnum<\/span> contributes<\/span> foliage<\/span> texture,<\/span> seasonal<\/span> flowers,<\/span> and<\/span> wildlife<\/span> resources<\/span> to<\/span> the<\/span> Marshall<\/span> University<\/span> Arboretum.<\/span> Its<\/span> large<\/span> leaves<\/span> and<\/span> colorful<\/span> fruit<\/span> make<\/span> it<\/span> distinct<\/span> from<\/span> many<\/span> other<\/span> species<\/span> in<\/span> the<\/span> collection.<\/span><\/p>\n

                      As<\/span> a<\/span> non-native<\/span> hybrid,<\/span> it<\/span> provides<\/span> an<\/span> opportunity<\/span> for<\/span> visitors<\/span> to<\/span> learn<\/span> about<\/span> ornamental<\/span> plant<\/span> breeding<\/span> and<\/span> the<\/span> role<\/span> cultivated<\/span> hybrids<\/span> play<\/span> in<\/span> modern<\/span> landscape<\/span> design<\/span> while<\/span> supporting<\/span> pollinators<\/span> and<\/span> birds<\/span> throughout<\/span> the<\/span> year.<\/span><\/p>\n

                      Quick<\/span> Facts<\/span><\/h2>\n

                      Common<\/span> Name:<\/span><\/strong> Lantanaphyllum<\/span> Viburnum<\/span>
                      \nScientific<\/span> Name:<\/span><\/strong> Viburnum<\/span> \u00d7<\/span> rhytidophylloides<\/span><\/em>
                      \nFamily:<\/span><\/strong> Adoxaceae<\/span>
                      \nNative<\/span> Region:<\/span><\/strong> Non-Native<\/span>
                      \nMature<\/span> Height:<\/span><\/strong> 10-15<\/span> feet<\/span>
                      \nMature<\/span> Spread:<\/span><\/strong> 8-15<\/span> feet<\/span>
                      \nGrowth<\/span> Rate:<\/span><\/strong> Moderate<\/span>
                      \nSun<\/span> Requirements:<\/span><\/strong> Full<\/span> Sun<\/span> to<\/span> Partial<\/span> Shade<\/span>
                      \nSoil<\/span> Preferences:<\/span><\/strong> Moist,<\/span> well-drained<\/span> soils<\/span>
                      \nUSDA<\/span> Hardiness<\/span> Zones:<\/span><\/strong> 4-8<\/span>
                      \nBloom<\/span> Period:<\/span><\/strong> May<\/span> to<\/span> June<\/span>
                      \nFruit\/Seed:<\/span><\/strong> Clusters<\/span> of<\/span> berries<\/span> that<\/span> mature<\/span> from<\/span> red<\/span> to<\/span> black<\/span>
                      \nWildlife<\/span> Value:<\/span><\/strong> Supports<\/span> pollinators<\/span> and<\/span> provides<\/span> fruit<\/span> and<\/span> cover<\/span> for<\/span> birds<\/span>
                      \nNotable<\/span> Characteristics:<\/span><\/strong> Large<\/span> textured<\/span> leaves,<\/span> creamy<\/span> white<\/span> flower<\/span> clusters,<\/span> colorful<\/span> fruit,<\/span> and<\/span> hybrid<\/span> origin<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                      Viburnum \u00d7 rhytidophylloides Overview Lantanaphyllum Viburnum is a hybrid ornamental shrub or small tree known for its attractive evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage, clusters of creamy white flowers, and colorful fruit. Developed by crossing Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum rhytidophyllum) and Lantan Viburnum (Viburnum lantana), it combines desirable characteristics from both parent species, including hardiness, ornamental appeal, and<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":224,"featured_media":0,"parent":6,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-narrow.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-634","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/634","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/224"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=634"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/634\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":635,"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/634\/revisions\/635"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/arboretum\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=634"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}