Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Helmond Pillar'
Japanese Barberry





Has rich, purple to red leaves which hold their colour throughout spring and summer, turning bright-red in fall. The tight column of upright stems needs no trimming to keep its form. Stems have very sharp thorns. Great for restricted sites.
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Family: Berberidaceae, barberry family, a family of herbs, shrubs, and trees. Learn more about Berberidaceae.
Genus: Berberis, berberis (Latin, noun), probably referring to species in this genus growing in Europe or specifically Spain. Possibly derived from the Arabic noun barbārīs (barberry). Commonly known as barberry, a genus of deciduous and evergreen shrubs. Learn more about Berberis.
Species: Berberis thunbergii, thunbergii (Latinised), named after the Swedish naturalist Carl Peter Thunberg (1743 - 1828) who sent this species from Japan to Europe. Learn more about Berberis thunbergii.
Form: Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea, ātropurpurea (Latin, adjective), meaning 'dark purple', in reference to the colour of this form's leaves.
Cultivar: Berberis thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Helmond Pillar'
Synonyms: Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea 'Helmond Pillar'
Common Name: Japanese Barberry