Pacific Serviceberry | Amelanchier alnifolia - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Pacific Serviceberry | Amelanchier alnifolia

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Smooth stems and grey bark. The leaves are oval shaped, mostly smooth but toothed at the end. The white flowers are large and showy and grow in clusters of 3-20. The berry-like pomes are dull red but become purple-black and are sweet and edible. This plant is an important wildlife species.

Plant Details

Habitats	Riparian Forests, Bottomland Forests, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland
Mature Height	10-25’
Shade Preference	full sun, part shade
Soil Tolerance	Dry to moist soils
Special Uses	Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Attracts birds; Provides wildlife forage, cover and food; Ornamental.

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A lush green riparian forest with tall red alder trees and a rocky stream running through it.

Riparian Forests

Riparian areas are defined by NRCS as ecosystems that occur along waterways and water bodies. They serve as the transition between aquatic and terrestrial zones.

Bottomland Forests

Bottomland forests are generally used to describe forests which are comprised of both hardwood and softwood tree species that occur on low-elevation, alluvial floodplains or lower terraces of rivers…

A dense forest with tall trees and lush green undergrowth.

Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland

Mixed hardwoods and conifers characterize this habitat which is widespread in western Oregon in the medium elevations of the hills of the Coast Range. Precipitation is higher in this habitat than in…

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