Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall. ex DC.
Source:
tro
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 322 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290932
Common Names
- Adnata Sambucus
- Cut-Leaf Elder
- Cut-Leaved Elder
Description
Sambucus adnata (also called Chinese Elderberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China and Japan. It typically grows to a height of 6-8 feet and has white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in woodlands and along streams, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Sambucus adnata is an ornamental plant and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sambucus adnata has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sambucus adnata is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring. Cultivation is best in a sunny position in moist but well-drained soil. It is tolerant of most soil types, but prefers a neutral to slightly alkaline soil.
Where to Find Sambucus adnata
Sambucus adnata is native to North America.
Sambucus adnata FAQ
What is the ideal soil type for Sambucus adnata?
Sambucus adnata prefers moist, well-drained soils.
What is the ideal temperature range for Sambucus adnata?
Sambucus adnata prefers temperatures between 65-75°F.
What is the ideal light exposure for Sambucus adnata?
Sambucus adnata prefers partial shade.
Species in the Sambucus genus
Sambucus sibirica,
Sambucus nigra,
Sambucus mexicana,
Sambucus lanceolata,
Sambucus kamtschatica,
Sambucus pendula,
Sambucus racemosa,
Sambucus palmensis,
Sambucus canadensis,
Sambucus africana,
Sambucus gaudichaudiana,
Sambucus ebulus,
Sambucus strumpfii,
Sambucus tigranii,
Sambucus sieboldiana,
Sambucus wightiana,
Sambucus australasica,
Sambucus javanica,
Sambucus cerulea,
Sambucus peruviana,
Sambucus williamsii,
Sambucus australis,
Sambucus adnata,