Japanese Viburnum
Viburnum japonicum
Family: Adoxaceae
What it is like
An evergreen shrub. It grows 2.4 m high and spreads 2.4 m wide. The leaves are long and leathery and shiny. They are oval and dark green above but paler underneath. The flowers are small and white. They are in clusters. They have a strong scent. The fruit are red berries.
There are about 150 Viburnum species. Also put in the family Caprifoliaceae.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It does best in light to medium, well-drained soils. It needs an open sunny position. It is resistant to frost but sensitive to drought. It suits hardiness zones 7-9. Arboretum Tasmania.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Tasmania
How it is used for food
The leaves are eaten with oil and salt.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves
How it is grown
It can be grown by seed or cuttings.