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Sorbus

Sorbus

9.9
A group of trees and shrubs with feather-like leaves and small berries, including rowan and whitebeam
  • noun
  • /ˈsɔr.bəs/
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists have classified mountain ash under the genus Sorbus due to shared fruit and leaf structures.

Examples

  • The leaves of Sorbus trees are characterized by their feather-like appearance and bright autumn colors.

  • Several species within the Sorbus genus are commonly cultivated as ornamental trees for their attractive berries.

  • The Sorbus tree is known for its beautiful clusters of berries.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the Sorbus for its ornamental value.

  • Botanists have classified mountain ash under the genus Sorbus because of its distinctive feathered leaves and clusters of small fruits.

  • Several species within the Sorbus genus are valued for their ornamental qualities, particularly their striking berries.

  • The branches of Sorbus trees are adorned with clusters of small fruits that attract various birds.

Compounds

Sorbus sitchensis
  • Specialized
9.9

A small tree from the west coast of North America with white flowers and orange-red berries

Sorbus torminalis
  • UK
9.9

A European tree that loses its leaves and has small brown fruit with pale spots you can eat

Sorbus americana
  • Specialized
9.6

A small tree with divided leaves and clusters of bright red berries from eastern North America

Sorbus aucuparia
  • UK
9.9

A European and Asian tree with many small leaflets and clusters of orange-red berries

Sorbus domestica
  • UK
9.9

A medium-sized European tree with pear-shaped edible fruit

Surface Forms

Sorbus singular
Sorbuses plural

Etymology

Sorbus comes from Latin sorbus, the old word for the 'service tree' and its 'fruit', so this genus of trees and shrubs is called Sorbus because they are known for their small, bright berries.