# Viburnum

Viburnum is a lovely plant that produces clusters of tiny flowers. It not only looks pretty but also smells wonderful!

- **Category:** [Plants](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/plant)
- **Rarity:** Common
- **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low
- **Habitat:** Woodlands and gardens
- **Also known as:** Viburnum Berry, Viburnum Tree

![Viburnum](https://media.snappit.app/site-media-v1/9afa32e2fd055e93fde147549f7996df3bce854e4cd9a32dbac16591dfe60a3d/image-560x560/w-560.webp)

## Appearance

The Viburnum is a diverse group of shrubs or small trees, often featuring opposite leaves and clusters of small, typically white or pinkish flowers. Its appearance varies greatly, from evergreen to deciduous, with some species displaying vibrant autumn foliage and bright red or blue berries.

## Taxonomy

- **Kingdom:** Plantae
- **Phylum:** Tracheophyta
- **Class:** Magnoliopsida
- **Order:** Dipsacales
- **Family:** Viburnaceae
- **Genus:** Viburnum

## Interesting facts

- Fossilized Viburnum leaves show they've been around for millions of years!
- Its strong wood was once used to make arrow shafts.
- Some Viburnum species smell like chocolate when they bloom!
- Viburnum berries are a superfood for many migrating birds!

## Special abilities

- **Berry Beacon:** Viburnum can grow bright, colorful berries that attract birds, helping the plant spread its seeds far and wide.
- **Seasonal Switch-up:** Viburnum has leaves that can change from green to brilliant reds and purples in fall, signaling seasonal change and delighting onlookers.
- **Flower Power:** Viburnum can produce large, showy clusters of flowers that attract a variety of pollinators, ensuring successful reproduction.

## Measurements & details

- **Height:** 100-600 cm
- **Spread:** 100-500 cm
- **Flower Size:** 0.3-1.5 cm
- **Bloom Season:** Spring to early Summer
- **Edible:** No
- **Toxicity:** Mild
- **Lifecycle:** Perennial
- **Pollination Method:** Insect

## Ecological connections

- **Pollinates:** European Honey Bee (*Apis mellifera*) — collects nectar and pollen
- **Eaten by:** [American Robin](https://www.snappit.app/explore/american-robin) (*Turdus migratorius*) — feasts on nutrient-rich berries
- **Eaten by:** [Blue Jay](https://www.snappit.app/explore/blue-jay) (*Cyanocitta cristata*) — disperses seeds after eating fruit
- **Shelter:** [House Sparrow](https://www.snappit.app/explore/house-sparrow) (*Passer domesticus*) — nests and seeks cover in dense foliage

## Traits

- [Deciduous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/deciduous): Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
- [Ornamental](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/ornamental): Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
- [Shrub](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/shrub): A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
- [Fragrant Flower](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/fragrant-flower): Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
- [Fruit Bearing](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/fruit-bearing): Fruit-bearing plants produce fruits, which are the mature ovaries of flowering plants containing seeds.
- [Fall Color](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/fall-color): Fall color refers to the seasonal change in foliage pigmentation, primarily in deciduous plants, displaying vibrant hues.
- [Forest](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/forest): Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.

## Collections

- [Flowers](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/flowers)

## Safety

**Danger:** 1/5 · Very low

Explore with care and ask an adult if you’re unsure what to do.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How to identify Viburnum?

Count the petals where you can, then compare the flower's center, its symmetry, how the blooms are grouped and the leaves below. Color varies between garden varieties and shifts with the light. Flower Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details.

### How tall is Viburnum?

100-600 cm

### How wide does Viburnum spread?

100-500 cm

### How big are the flowers on Viburnum?

0.3-1.5 cm

### When does Viburnum bloom?

Spring to early Summer

### Is Viburnum edible?

No

### Is Viburnum toxic?

Mild

### What is Viburnum's lifecycle?

Perennial

## More Plants

- [white snakeroot](https://www.snappit.app/explore/white-snakeroot) (*Ageratina altissima*)
- [tree-of-heaven](https://www.snappit.app/explore/tree-of-heaven) (*Ailanthus altissima*)
- [western sword fern](https://www.snappit.app/explore/western-sword-fern) (*Polystichum munitum*)
- [common milkweed](https://www.snappit.app/explore/common-milkweed) (*Asclepias syriaca*)

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Source: [Viburnum: Characteristics, Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/viburnum)