Berberidaceae (barberry family) Flashcards
1
Q
What family is the Berberidaceae?
A
Barberry family
2
Q
Key features:
A
- commonly have spines (on stem and leaf tips)
- shoot tissue is often yellow (from compound called berberine)
- ## flowers generally in 3 or 6 parts
3
Q
No woody berberidaceae native to MN, why are we studying this family?
A
There are some that are important from a horticulturist perspective
4
Q
Why is barberry a popular landscaping plant?
A
- Good ground cover and drought tolerant!
- Good for hedges / separation / barrier
5
Q
Why is mayapple inappropriately named?
A
It’s not an apple! Also it’s poisonous!
6
Q
Where would you recommend planting Epimedium?
A
In Minnesota? Zone 4
7
Q
Anything good about a barberry fruit?
A
Edible and can be made into jams and jellies!
8
Q
What is the problem with evergreen plants when grown in an environment like we have in Minnesota?
A
- Winter scorch, if the ground is dry or frozen the leaves dry and scorch
9
Q
What is something that might tip you off a plant is invasive?
A
Bright berries that birds like to eat, cause they shit the seeds out everywhere
