Canadian buffalo berry

The Canadian buffalo berry (Shepherdia canadensis) is a hardy flowering shrub native to North America. It typically grows to about 2.5 meters (8 feet) in height and has oval leaves that are silvery on the underside. This shrub is found on wooded banks and hillsides across various regions, including Newfoundland, New York, Alaska, Oregon, and down along the Rocky Mountains into New Mexico.1

While its fruits are edible, they are not considered particularly desirable. The buffalo berry (Shepherdia argentea), a related species, is more commonly used for its tart berries, which are made into relishes and jellies. The buffalo berry shrub itself is valued as an ornamental and hedge plant due to its tolerance for dry, windswept conditions.1