Cornus racemosa


Scientific Name:Cornus racemosa
Synonym:
Family:Cornaceae
Common Name:Gray Dogwood
Authority:
Etymology:
C Value:2
Wetness:FACW-
# of Species in  
Genus in Illinois:
12
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
Flower Shape:
Flower # of Parts:
Flower Color:White
Growth Habit:Forb, Succulent
Leaf Arrangement:Opposite
Leaf Type:Simple
Leaf Shape:
Leaf Shape Term:
Leaf Margin:Entire
Leaf Toothing:Entire
Stem Surface:
Trunk/Bark:
Armature:
Twig Characteristics:
Habitat:
Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
Status (State):
Status (Federal):
ID Tips:Greyish twigs, break a leaf is still held together by strings, sympodial branching, pressed pubescens
Gee Whiz:Suggested to be planted in rain gardens
Humor:
More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search