Genus: Pyracantha

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Pyracantha angustifolia in Cape Town garden.

Pyracantha angustifolia (Yellow firethorn, Geelbranddoring) and Pyracantha crenulata (Himalayan firethorn, Rooivuurdoring) are declared Category 3 invader plants in South Africa.

Cotoneaster berries look similar but the leaves of Cotoneaster are broader.