Coralberry facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Coralberry |
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Symphoricarpos
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orbiculatus
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The Coralberry (also known as Symphoricarpos orbiculatus, buckbrush, or Indian currant) is a cool plant! It's a woody shrub that belongs to the honeysuckle family. This plant is known for its bright, berry-like fruits.
What Does the Coralberry Look Like?
The Coralberry is a shrub that stands upright. It has greenish-white flowers that sometimes have a hint of purple. The most eye-catching part is its round fruits, which are usually pink or purple.
Its leaves are shaped like ovals. They grow in pairs directly opposite each other along the branches.
This plant can grow quite tall, up to 6 ft (180 cm). However, it's usually found to be around 3–4 ft (90–120 cm) tall. The Coralberry is a "monoecious" plant. This means that each individual plant has both male and female flowers on it.
Where Does the Coralberry Grow?
The Coralberry is a plant that naturally grows in many places. You can find it in the eastern and central parts of the United States. It also grows in central Canada, specifically in Ontario. In northeastern Mexico, it can be found in areas like Coahuila and Nuevo León.
