Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
albus
ID:
439715

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) S.F.Blake

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 16: 118. 1914

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439047



Common Names

  • Symphoricarpos Albus
  • Common Snowberry
  • Waxberry


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Synonyms

  • Lonicera alba (L.) Druce [unknown]
  • Vaccinium album L. [unknown]
  • Xylosteon album (L.) Moldenke [unknown]
  • Symphoria heterophylla Raf. [unknown]
  • Symphoria albus Raf. [unknown]
  • Symphoria elongata Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Symphoria glauca hort. ex Lavallée [unknown]
  • Symphoria leucocarpa hort. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Symphoria macrocarpa hort. ex Lavallée [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos heterophyllus Presl ex DC. [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos leucocarpus hort. ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos elongatus Presl ex DC. [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos leucocarpa M'Mahon in True [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos racemosus Michx. [unknown]
  • Lonicera racemosa Auct. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Symphoria racemosa Pursh [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos racemosus pauciflorus Robbins [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos pauciflorus Britton [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos albus pauciflorus S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos albus albus [unknown]
  • Symphoricarpos albus ovatus Rehder in L.H.Bailey [unknown]

Description

Symphoricarpos albus (also called Common Snowberry, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Caprifoliaceae family. It has white flowers and is native to North America. It is found in open woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Symphoricarpos albus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as cut flowers for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, fever, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Symphoricarpos albus var. laevigatus S.F.Blake

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphoricarpos albus has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphoricarpos albus is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It is a fast-growing, upright shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a potting mix that is well-draining.

Where to Find Symphoricarpos albus

Symphoricarpos albus can be found in North America.

Symphoricarpos albus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphoricarpos albus?

Symphoricarpos albus

What is the common name of Symphoricarpos albus?

Common Snowberry

What is the natural habitat of Symphoricarpos albus?

Woodlands, grasslands, and hedgerows

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2486129: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.