Australis Dogwood (Cornus australis)

Family: Cornaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Cornus australis is a deciduous Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft 1in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour, it can also have an emetic effect on the body. — This species has the same uses as the closely related C.; These uses are listed below.; Fruit - raw or cooked.; A bitter flavour, it can also have an emetic effect on the body.

Habitat & North American Range

Limestone slopes in woodland in Turkey. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)