Viburnum opulus Guelder rose (Caprifoliaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Viburnum opulus
Guelder rose
Deciduous shrub
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The Viburnum opulus plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Guelder rose.

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Latin Name:  Viburnum opulus
Common Name:  Guelder rose
Family:  Caprifoliaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  Large quantities of the fruit can cause vomitting and diarrhoea[10, 65]. The fruit is of very low or zero toxicity, it only causes mild upsets when eaten unripe or in large quantities[65, 76].

Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:  5

Habitat:  Hedges, scrub and woodland, usually on damp soils[3, 13, 17].

Cultivation Notes: An easily grown plant, it succeeds in most soils but is ill-adapted for poor soils and for dry situations[1]. It prefers a deep rich moist loamy soil in a sunny position[11]. Succeeds in semi-shade but does not grow or fruit so well in such a position[186]. Grows well in heavy clay soils and on chalk[184]. Does not do well on very acid soils. Best if given shade from the early morning sun in spring[200]. A very ornamental plant[1], it is hardy to about -30°c[184] and is often grown in the flower garden. There are many named varieties[184]. Guelder rose regenerates quickly if it is cut to the ground, it can also produce suckers and will often form thickets[186]. The plant is an alternative host for the broad bean aphid[11].

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