Viburnum phlebotrichum
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Basic Information
Family: Adoxaceae
Genus: viburnum
Plant ID (slug): viburnum-phlebotrichum
Numeric ID: 25594
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Viburnum phlebotrichum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in May. 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 - Japan.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[105, 177]. The ovoid fruit is about 9mm long and contains a single large seed[200].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Viburnum phlebotrichum
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