Viburnum prunifolium
Grows as either tree or shrub showing off clusters of white flowers in May
Viburnum prunifolium blackhaw
A sturdy, deciduous native shrub, average height is 15-20 feet. Bears white flower cymes, followed by green fruits turning purplish-black when ripened. Dark-green foliage with red stems turns reddish-purple in the fall. The fruit is eaten by various birds, small mammals, and also by humans. Leaves were used medicinally by Native Americans.
Habitat & Range
Grows in forests, old fields and thickets.
Mostly found in the southern half of the state.
Wetland codes
| EMP: | FACU |
|---|---|
| NCNE: | FACU |
Phenology
Flowers in May.
Fruits appear late July and ripen through September.
Characteristics
Plant Codes
S-rank: S5 (Secure)
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Viburnum prunifolium blackhaw
Inflorescence
Inflorescence and leaves
Leaves, branches and flower buds
Plant form & habitat
Inflorescence
Starting to bloom
Plant form & habitat
Leaves
Immature fruits
Ripened fruit
Plant Life-Form
deciduous shrub or tree
Common Names
blackhaw
smooth blackhaw
