Flat to dome shaped clusters of 5 rounded white petals. Forms into clusters of black berries for wildlife.
| Family | Adoxaceae |
|---|---|
| Season Bloom | Jul-Aug |
| Habitat | American Elderberry is a native thicket-forming shrub that can be found along streams, marshes, moist forests and disturbed areas. |
| Cycle | Perennial woody |
| Height | 4'-13' |
| Leaf Description | Opposite compound, lance-elliptic tapering to pointed tip, finely serrated edges |
| Soil Type | Wet |
| Light Source | Partial Shade, Sun |
| Location | Woodland |