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Deciduous Trees · MCH exam plant
Flowering Dogwood
Cornus florida
KOR-nus FLOR-ih-da
Native to New England
Tree
Key ID features
4 white/pink bracts (not petals), opposite branching, red berries, red fall
| Botanical name | Cornus florida |
|---|---|
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Genus | Cornus |
| Category | Deciduous Trees |
| USDA hardiness zones | 5a–9a |
| Sun | Part Shade |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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