Lyonia ligustrina (L.) DC.

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Plant Details

Scientific Name: Lyonia ligustrina (L.) DC.
Family Name: Ericaceae Juss. - Heath family
Common Name: maleberry
Symbol: LYLI
Group: Dicot
Rank: Species
Date Modified: Feb. 7, 2026, 3:57 a.m.

Duration

  • Perennial

Growth Habits

  • Shrub

Synonyms

Wetland Ratings

AGCP AW CB EMP GP HI MW NCNE WMVC AK
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Species Range Map