description Euonymus alatus Overview
Euonymus alatus, commonly called winged spindle or burning bush, is a deciduous shrub native to parts of northeastern Asia. Its stems develop distinctive corky wings, and its leaves can turn bright red in autumn. The plant is widely cultivated as an ornamental, but it has become invasive in parts of eastern North America, where it can spread beyond gardens and displace native vegetation.
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Why is Euonymus alatus called burning bush?
The name refers to its bright red autumn foliage. It is also called winged spindle because its stems develop distinctive corky wings.
What do the wings on Euonymus alatus stems look like?
The stems grow broad corky ridges or wings along their length. These unusual ridges make the shrub easy to distinguish from many other ornamental bushes.
Where is Euonymus alatus native?
Euonymus alatus is native to parts of northeastern Asia. It is widely cultivated elsewhere as an ornamental shrub.
Why can Euonymus alatus be a problem outside its native range?
It can spread beyond gardens and compete with native vegetation in some regions. Its popularity as an ornamental plant has helped it become invasive in parts of North America.
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