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Leatherleaf Viburnum

Shrub Icon Cultivated Flower     Mildly Toxic  Pet Toxicity
Image of Leatherleaf Viburnum
Viburnum Rhytidophyllum
Order: Dipsacales Family: Adoxaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Leatherleaf Viburnum
MainColor White
PlantType Shrub Icon Shrub
Growth Type Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season April
ImageUrl Viburnum-005
Photographer DP
Location Kings Langley
Human Toxicity Mildly Toxic Mildly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Leatherleaf Viburnum is an evergreen shrub known for its leathery, deeply veined leaves and clusters of creamy white flowers. It typically grows up to 3–4 metres tall and produces red berries that mature to black. The plant is valued for its year-round foliage and ornamental appeal.

Distribution

Native to central and western China, it is commonly cultivated in temperate regions around the world as an ornamental plant.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - berries are not suitable for human consumption.

Human Toxicity Mildly Toxic

Mildly Toxic - ingestion of berries may cause stomach upset and vomiting.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion of berries can cause mild gastrointestinal distress.

Active Compounds

None known.

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