Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canadensis
ID:
440014

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 269 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439346

Common Names

  • Sambucus canadensis
  • American Elderberry
  • American Elder

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Synonyms

  • Aralia sololensis Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Sambucus simpsonii Rehder [unknown]
  • Sambucus repens Raf. [unknown]
  • Sambucus planteriensis Simon-Louis ex Dippel [unknown]
  • Sambucus plantierensis Koehne [unknown]
  • Sambucus nigra canadensis (L.) B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Sambucus nigra canadensis (L.) Bolli [unknown]
  • Sambucus oreopola Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Sambucus bipinnata Moench [unknown]
  • Sambucus bipinnata Schltdl. & Cham. [unknown]
  • Sambucus eberhardtii Danguy [unknown]
  • Sambucus canadensis laciniata A.Gray [unknown]
  • Sambucus canadensis oreopola (Donn.Sm.) Rehder [unknown]
  • Sambucus canadensis submollis Rehder [unknown]
  • Sambucus canadensis laciniata (A.Gray) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Sambucus rehderana Schwer. [unknown]
  • Sambucus orbiculata Greene [unknown]
  • Sambucus intermedia insularis Schwer. [unknown]
  • Sambucus canadensis canadensis [unknown]
  • Sambucus canadensis canadensis [unknown]
  • Sambucus canadensis aurea (J.F.Cowell ex L.H.Bailey) Rehder [unknown]
  • Sambucus cerulea arizonica Sarg. [unknown]
  • Sambucus canadensis delicatissima Schwer. [unknown]

Description

Sambucus canadensis (also called 'American Elderberry', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Adoxaceae family. It is native to the temperate regions of North America. It grows in open woodlands, hedgerows, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sambucus canadensis is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in pots or hanging baskets. It is also used as a houseplant and is known for its bright and colorful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sambucus canadensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, black seed pods. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sambucus canadensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Sambucus canadensis

Sambucus canadensis is native to North America and can be found in temperate climates.

Sambucus canadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sambucus canadensis?

Sambucus canadensis

What is the common name of Sambucus canadensis?

American Elderberry

What is the natural habitat of Sambucus canadensis?

Temperate regions of North America

References