Euonymus alatus
This invasive shrub has bright red foliage in the fall
Euonymus alatus burning bush
An invasive species from Asia originally brought as an ornamental plant.
Habitat & Range
Frequently naturalized in woods, along stream banks and roadsides, and wood edges.
Mostly found in south-east and south-west, as well as some central counties.
Wetland code: Not classified
Phenology
Flowers April to June.
Fruits Septemer & October.
Euonymus alatus burning bush
Young branch
Flowers & leaves
Opening flowers
Leaves and flowers
Young tree
Autumn leaves
Wings with red leaves
Plant Life-Form
deciduous shrub
