Scientific name: Cornus mas
Common name: Cornelian cherry
Native: No
Native range: Native to central and southern Europe as well as western Asia [4].
Distribution in North America: Click to view the USDA Plants Database page for C. mas.
USDA Zones: 5-8A [2]
Maximum Age: Unclear, however the tree make take up to 20 years to fruit [1].
Ecology: Despite being nonnative, its edible fruits attract birds and squirrels [1,2,4].
Ethnobotany: The fruits are edible, and are used in traditional European medicinal practices, particularly for digestive issues. The fruits contain a high concentration of antioxidants, and scientists are currently investigating its pharmacological properties [5].
