Guelder rose ( Viburnum opulus )
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Transcript of Guelder rose ( Viburnum opulus )
A PA INVASIVE SPECIES
Guelder rose(Viburnum opulus)
Heritage
Was originally cultivated in Gelderland. A Dutch Province
Later was introduced to England and Scotland
Native to the European deciduous forest, north Asia, and north Africa.
Common names (viburnum opulus)
Cranberrybush viburnumAmerican cranberryEuropean cranberry viburnumCramp barkEuropean snowball bushRed Elder Rose Elder
Habitat
Hedgerows MarshesEdges of wooded areasBoth in acidic and heavy clay soil
Adaptations
Frostproof Hygrophilous – grow in moist areasPrefers acidic soils Shade-tolerantNo harm from dust and air pollution
Areas of inhabitance
Relatively cool climateReported invasive in:
Indiana Pennsylvania Wisconsin
3-8
Description
Deciduous shrub that is part of the honey-suckle family.
Can grow from 5-10 feet tall.Some are self pollinating Others do not reproduce
Do not produce berries.
Description - flowers
Have a “flat” head that is 3-5” diameter. Five outer petals
Sterile Attract insects to inner flowers
Little inner flowers Fertile Provide nectar
Description - Berries
Berries ½ inch diameter
Ripen in August Attract birds to spread the seedsCan cause stomach irritation
Description - Leaves
Maple-like3-5 inches longPalmate lobed – leaf divided into 3 more
lobes. Coarsely serratedOpposite Red or purpleYoung leaves are covered in downAdult leaves are smooth and shiny
Invasive qualities
Spreads to find sunlightWill choke out neighboring plantsNo found enemies
treatment
PruningShearChemicals
Herbicides glyphosate
Fruit
Eaten raw or cookedSour Crushed berries have an unpleasant smellUsed instead of cranberries
Jellies Preservatives
MedicinesEaten in large quantities (or not ripe) can cause
vomiting and diarrhea Low levels of poison Can only cause upsets
Niche
Food for birds and bugs ink and dyesCan be used for medicine, treating:
Asthma Spasms
Menstrual cramps Treated miscarriage
Laxative ink and dyes
Sources
photo-flowers.co.uk/flower%20cut%20out.html http://www.electricscotland.com/gardening/plantlife/chapter12-2.ht
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chestofbooks.com/flora-plants/flowers/How-To-Identify-Wild-Flowers/III-The-Structure-And-Habits-Of-Flowers-Continued.html
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