Symphoricarpus orbiculatus

Symphoricarpos orbiculatus

Coralberry

Symphoricarpos orbiculatus, commonly known as coralberry or buckbrush, is a woody shrub with oval-shaped leaves arranged oppositely along the branches. The flowers are greenish-white and borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The fruit is a purple-red drupe with two stones and persists through winter. This plant is typically 3-4 feet tall but can reach up to 6 feet and has both male and female flowers on the same individual.

Details

Order:

Dipsacales

Family:

Caprifoliaceae

Genus:

Symphoricarpos

Chemistry:

The plant contains various chemical compounds including flavonoids, phenolic acids, and iridoid glycosides. These compounds contribute to its medicinal properties.

Uses:

Coralberry is known for its ecological roles, such as providing food and habitat for birds. It is also used in traditional medicine for its astringent properties, which can help with skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flowering time:

Summer to early fall

Sowing time:

Spring or Fall

Plant height:

3-6 feet

Flower color:

Greenish-white

Suitable habitat:

Woodlands, thickets, and along streams in eastern and central North America.

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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