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Commemorative
named for one of the Pierides, the generic name of the Muses
Stearn, W.T.. (1996). Dictionary of Plant Names for Gardeners. Cassell.
Pieris japonica 'Prelude'
Family: ERICACEAEGenus: Pieris
Species: japonica
Cultivar: 'Prelude'
Distribution summary: China, Japan
Habit: Shrub
Hardiness: H5 - Hardy; cold winter
Garden status: Not currently grown
Reason for growing: Toxic