Red-osier dogwood
Cornus sericea · Cornaceae (Dogwood family)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Ovate with an acute apex and rounded base, unlobed
Margin
Entire
Arrangement
Opposite on slender, reddish petioles and stems
Venation
Arcuate venation with prominent veins curving strongly upward toward the tip
Key Features
Opposite leaf arrangement, entire margins, distinct arcuate veins, and reddish stems visible in the upper frame
Description
A multi-stemmed deciduous shrub featuring bright red winter twigs, small white flower clusters, and white to pale blue berries, with rich purple-red autumn foliage
Habitat
Wetlands, stream banks, moist thickets, and riparian zones in full sun to partial shade
Native Range
Native across northern and western North America, widely cultivated in temperate landscapes
Identified on 10/14/2026