Sambucus racemosa kamtschatica Red elder (Caprifoliaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Sambucus racemosa kamtschatica
Red elder
Deciduous shrub
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The Sambucus racemosa kamtschatica plant species is found in Europe to W. Asia. Occasionally naturalized in N. Britain[17]. It is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Red elder.

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Latin Name:  Sambucus racemosa kamtschatica
Common Name:  Red elder
Family:  Caprifoliaceae
Author:  (E.Wolf.)Hult.

Known Hazards:  Although no specific mention has been seen for this species, the leaves and stems of some, if not all, members of this genus are poisonous[9, 76]. The fruit of this species has been known to cause stomach upsets to some people. Any toxin the fruit might contain is liable to be of very low toxicity and is destroyed when the fruit is cooked[65, 76]. The seed is said to be poisonous[21].

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Woods, mainly in mountains[50].

Cultivation Notes: Tolerates most soils, including chalk[200], but prefers a moist loamy soil[11, 200]. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Tolerates some shade but is best in a sunny position. Prefers cool moist conditions. Tolerates atmospheric pollution and coastal situations. Hardy to about -25°c[184]. Plants self-sow in N. Britain but they rarely fruit well in S. Britain[3, 182]. There are some named varieties developed for their ornamental value[182]. The flowers have a sweet smell, free from the fishy undertones found in some other members of the genus[245]. This subspecies has larger fruits and seeds than the type[200]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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