Viburnum odoratissimum var. awabuki
(K. Koch) Zabel ex Rumpler
Awabuki sweet viburnum
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Summary
Source: WikipediaViburnum odoratissimum, commonly known as sweet viburnum, is a shrub or small tree in the family Adoxaceae. It is native to Asia, and commonly cultivated as a garden ornamental elsewhere.
Description
A tree. It grows 6 m tall. The leaves are large and leathery. They are light green and shiny. The flowers are small and white in clusters. They have a scent. The fruit are red berries that turn black when ripe.
Edible Uses
The ripe fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, India, North America, Northeastern India, Taiwan, USA,
Notes
Also put in the family Caprifoliaceae.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Soh-lang-eit-ksew
References (1)
- Sawian, J. T., et al, 2007, Wild edible plants of Meghalaya, North-east India. Natural Product Radiance Vol. 6(5): p 423 (As Viburnum simonsii)
