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Native to North America
At a glance
Other common names: Silky Cornel
A wetland shrub with creamy flower clusters and blue fruits. Fine hairs on young growth and leaf undersides contribute to its common name.
Scientific name: Cornus amomum
Family: Cornaceae
Growth: Deciduous shrub
Bloom: Late spring–early summer
Habitat: Streambanks, wet thickets, and moist woodland edges
Identification
- Opposite leaves with curved veins
- Fine hairs beneath the leaves
- Creamy flower clusters followed by blue fruits
Field photographs
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Range & sightings
Eastern North America.
Explore observations on iNaturalist. Observations show reported sightings, not a complete native-range map.
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Identification and range reference: NC State Extension.