Plant Details

Cornus sanguinea

Dogwood

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General Information

Scientific name: Cornus sanguinea
Also known as: Dogwood

Plant Properties

Layer: Fruit tree, Shrub
Size: Small
Height: 3.00 m
Width: 2.00 m
Growth Rate: Fast
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit, Oil
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(1)
Features:
Wickerwork, Charcoal, Dye, Hedge, Oil, Wood, Fragrant

Description

The fruit of this plant can be eaten both raw and cooked, but due to its bitter taste and potential nausea when consumed, it is of little use. The fruit is about 8 mm in diameter, and oil can be extracted from the seeds, which becomes edible after processing.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09
End of Harvest: 31/03