Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Elliptic to ovate with an acuminate tip and 0 lobes
Margin
Entire
Arrangement
Opposite with a short petiole
Venation
Arcuate pinnate venation with prominent veins curving strongly toward the margin
Key Features
Arcuate secondary veins curving upward parallel to the margin and opposite arrangement
Description
Small deciduous tree with smooth to blocky bark, showy white or pink bracts surrounding tiny flowers, and red cluster fruits
Habitat
Understory of deciduous forests in well-drained, acidic soils under partial shade
Native Range
Native to eastern North America, widely planted in temperate landscapes
Identified on 10/15/2026