Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
elatum
ID:
1291286

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 59 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290624



Common Names

  • Viburnum Elatum
  • Tall Viburnum
  • Elate Viburnum


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Description

Viburnum elatum (also called European cranberrybush, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Europe and Asia. It has small, white flowers that bloom in spring, and dark green foliage that turns red in the fall. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is often found in woodlands, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Viburnum elatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Viburnum elatum var. cuneifolium (Bartlett) C.V.Morton

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Viburnum elatum are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viburnum elatum is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring. Cultivation is best in a sunny position in moist but well-drained soil. It prefers a neutral to slightly alkaline soil.

Where to Find Viburnum elatum

Viburnum elatum is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

Viburnum elatum FAQ

What is the growth rate of Viburnum elatum?

Viburnum elatum is a slow-growing plant.

What is the optimal soil type for Viburnum elatum?

Viburnum elatum prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Viburnum elatum?

Viburnum elatum prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (16-24°C).

Species in the Viburnum genus

Viburnum fragile, Viburnum floccosum, Viburnum hartwegii, Viburnum griffithianum, Viburnum furcatum, Viburnum garrettii, Viburnum glabratum, Viburnum glaberrimum, Viburnum cubense, Viburnum cornifolium, Viburnum clemensiae, Viburnum colebrookeanum, Viburnum costaricanum, Viburnum cornutidens, Viburnum corymbosum, Viburnum edule, Viburnum macdougallii, Viburnum molle, Viburnum junghuhnii, Viburnum jucundum, Viburnum hispidulum, Viburnum lautum, Viburnum lehmannii, Viburnum lantana, Viburnum carlesii, Viburnum boninsimense, Viburnum brachyandrum, Viburnum albopedunculatum, Viburnum alpinum, Viburnum amplificatum, Viburnum beccarii, Viburnum blandum, Viburnum annamensis, Viburnum arboreum, Viburnum antioquiense, Viburnum rugosum, Viburnum sambucinum, Viburnum sargentii, Viburnum subsessile, Viburnum suratense, Viburnum suspensum, Viburnum stellato-tomentosum, Viburnum opulus, Viburnum orientale, Viburnum phlebotrichum, Viburnum queremalense, Viburnum platyphyllum, Viburnum undulatum, Viburnum tricostatum, Viburnum tinus,

Species in the Viburnaceae family

Adoxa moschatellina, Adoxa omeiensis, Adoxa xizangensis, Adoxa corydalifolia, Sambucus sibirica, Sambucus nigra, Sambucus mexicana, Sambucus lanceolata, Sambucus kamtschatica, Sambucus pendula, Sambucus racemosa, Sambucus palmensis, Sambucus canadensis, Sambucus africana, Sambucus gaudichaudiana, Sambucus ebulus, Sambucus strumpfii, Sambucus tigranii, Sambucus sieboldiana, Sambucus wightiana, Sambucus australasica, Sambucus javanica, Sambucus cerulea, Sambucus peruviana, Sambucus williamsii, Sambucus australis, Sambucus adnata, Viburnum fragile, Viburnum floccosum, Viburnum hartwegii, Viburnum griffithianum, Viburnum furcatum, Viburnum garrettii, Viburnum glabratum, Viburnum glaberrimum, Viburnum cubense, Viburnum cornifolium, Viburnum clemensiae, Viburnum colebrookeanum, Viburnum costaricanum, Viburnum cornutidens, Viburnum corymbosum, Viburnum edule, Viburnum macdougallii, Viburnum molle, Viburnum junghuhnii, Viburnum jucundum, Viburnum hispidulum, Viburnum lautum, Viburnum lehmannii,

References