Cornus kousa

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Cornus kousa
Also known as: Japanese Dogwood
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Plant Properties

Layer: Fruit tree, Shrub
Format: -
Height: 10.00 m
Width: 6.00 m
Growth Rate: Slow
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit, Leaves
Edibility:
(5)
Medicinal:
(0)
Features:
Wood

Description

Fruit - can be consumed raw or cooked. It is sweet and juicy, and tastes delicious in small portions. The skin of the fruit is quite hard and tough, but the flesh has a delightful, pudding-like texture that makes it one of our favorite late summer fruits. The fruit has a diameter of about 2 cm, and the young leaves can also be eaten cooked.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09
End of Harvest: 31/10

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild Description
Broussonetia kazinoki
Kozo 		This tree provides shade and suppresses weeds, enhancing the growth of Cornus kousa.
Broussonetia papyrifera
Paper Mulberry 		Its broad leaves provide additional shade, protecting Cornus kousa from scorching sunlight.
Cydonia oblonga
Quince 		Quince attracts pollinators and adds nutrients to the soil, benefiting Cornus kousa.
Diospyros kaki
Persimmon 		Persimmon provides fruit and complements the growth conditions for Cornus kousa.
Diospyros lotus
Date Plum 		Lotus persimmon improves soil quality, benefiting the surrounding plants, including Cornus kousa.
Eriobotrya japonica
Loquat 		Loquat can serve as a protector against strong winds, promoting healthy growth for Cornus kousa.
Ficus carica
Fig 		Fig trees provide additional shade and attract beneficial insects for Cornus kousa.
Prunus cerasifera
Cherry plum 		Cherry plum can attract pollinators and offers attractive foliage alongside Cornus kousa.
Sambucus canadensis
American Elder 		Elderberry provides habitat for beneficial wildlife, enhancing the ecological balance for Cornus kousa.
Viburnum opulus
Highbush cranberry 		Viburnum produces flowers that attract pollinators, which benefits Cornus kousa's fruiting process.
Polygonatum odoratum
Solomon’s seals 		Buckthorn helps improve soil structure and offers shelter for Cornus kousa.