Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Common Snowberry |
| Also Known As | Snowberry |
| Scientific Name | Symphoricarpos albus |
| Main Color | Pink |
| Plant Type |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Flowering | Jun - Aug |
| Image | Symphoricarpos-002 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Bedmond |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
Snowberry is a deciduous shrub known for its white, waxy berries that persist into winter. It typically grows up to 1.5 metres tall and has oval, bluish-green leaves. The plant produces small, pinkish flowers in summer.
Distribution
Native to North America, it is commonly found in forests, thickets, and riparian areas from Alaska to the northern United States.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - the berries are considered unpalatable and can cause mild digestive upset if consumed.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - ingestion of berries may cause nausea and vomiting.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - consumption of berries can lead to gastrointestinal distress.
Active Compounds
Saponins, chelidonic acid, tannins.