Linden Viburnum, Linden arrowwood

Viburnum dilatatum

Physical Characteristics

Viburnum dilatatum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft) by 2 m (6ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Leaves Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[105, 177, 179]. A sweet flavour[178]. The ovoid fruit is about 8mm long and contains a single large seed[200]. Leaves - cooked[105, 177].

Medicinal Uses

Anthelmintic Astringent Vulnerary A decoction of the leaves is astringent and vermifuge. It is used for washing and healing maggoty sores[178, 218]. The twigs are also vermifuge whilst the fruits are used as a vermifuge for children[218].

Known Hazards

None known