Elliptica Dogwood (Cornus elliptica)

Family: Cornaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Cornus elliptica is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 10 m (32ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from September to November. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet and edible. — The fully ripe fruit is sweet and edible.; The fruit is up to 25mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Forests, slopes, streamsides at elevations of 300 - 2200 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)