Hobble Bush, Moosewood
Viburnum alnifolium
Family: Adoxaceae
What it is like
A bush. It grows 3 m high. The branches form roots where they touch the ground. The leaves are simple and heart shaped. They are opposite and fall off in the winter. The leaves turn red in autumn. The flowers are white. The fruit are red but become black. They have a large stone and thin flesh.
There are about 150 Viburnum species. There are 30 Species in Mexico and Central America and 29 species in South America. Also put in the family Caprifoliaceae.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It is native to North America. It needs shady, moist locations.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Canada, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The ripe fruit are sweet and taste like raisins or dates.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
It can be grown from seeds or cuttings.
Fruit in sunny areas are sweet and those in the shade are usually sour.