Symphoricarpos orbiculatus

Scientific Name:Symphoricarpos orbiculatus
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Family:Caprifoliaceae
Common Name:Coralberry
Authority: Moench
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C Value:1
Wetness:FACU
# of Species in  
Genus in Illinois:
3
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:Green, Yellow
Growth Habit:Forb, Succulent
Leaf Arrangement:Opposite
Leaf Type:Simple
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Leaf Margin:Entire
Leaf Toothing:Entire
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
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ID Tips:Shaggy bark, reddish purple stem, pale leaf bottoms, leaves may be hairy, purplish fruits
Gee Whiz:Also known as buckbrush due to the attractiveness of this plant to deers as food
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search