Cornus mas (Corneliancherry Dogwood)
Botanical Information
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Genus | Cornus |
| Species | mas |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Europe and Asia. Introduced to North America in 1655. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Drupes can be used in syrup and preservatives. |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -35 |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 |
| Height | 6 m |
| Spread | 5 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | April |
Description and Growing Information
| ID Characteristic | One of the first dogwoods to flower. |
| Shape | Rounded. |
| Landscape | Backs of borders. |
| Propagation | Seed. |
| Cultivation | Plant in full to partial sun in moist but well-drained soils. |
| Notable Specimens | The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Exfoliating greyish-brown to rich brown bark. |
| Leaf Description | Opposite simple leaves, 5 - 10 cm long. |
| Flower Description | Yellow flowers on short stalked umbels in an axillary position. |
| Fruit Description | Oblong drupes 1.5 cm long and 1 cm wide and bright cherry red in July. |
| Colour Description | Foliage is dark green in summer and purplish-red in autumn but not showy. |
| Texture Description | Medium |
Photographs
A mature plant in flower in spring in the A.M.Cuddy Garden, Strathroy, Ontario.
Scanning electron microscope image of pollen grain.