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Cornus amomum (Silky dogwood)
Wasowski, Sally and Andy

Cornus amomum P. Mill.


Silky dogwood, Red willow, Silky cornel

Cornaceae (Dogwood Family)





The genus cornus is Latin for a horn.

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Plant Characteristics

Duration: Perennial
Habit: Shrub
Leaf: Green
Autumn Foliage: yes
Flower:
Fruit: Blue

Bloom Information

Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Mar , Apr

Distribution

USA: AL , CT , DE , FL , GA , IL , IN , IA , KY , MD , MA , MI , MS , MO , NH , NJ , NY , NC , OH , PA , RI , SC , TN , VT , VA , WV , DC
Canada: ON
Native Habitat: forested seasonal wetlands and floodplains, shrub wetlands, stream and pond banks, clearings
USDA Native Status: L48(N)

Growing Conditions

Water Use: High
Light Requirement: Part Shade , Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet , Moist
CaCO3 Tolerance: Low
Soil Description: Clay, Loam, Sand

Benefit

Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Attracts: Birds

Last Update: 2010-09-09