flowering dogwood
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The flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) is a common spring-flowering tree, typically known for its white, petal-like bracts that surround its small flowers. This ornamental tree is native to North America and is widely cultivated for its attractive appearance.12
Dogwoods, belonging to the genus Cornus, are a diverse group of shrubs, trees, and herbs found in Europe, eastern Asia, and North America. They are valued for their ornamental qualities, including showy flowers, colorful twigs, and attractive foliage. The wood of dogwood trees is notably hard.2
Unfortunately, many North American dogwood species have been significantly impacted by dogwood anthracnose, a fungal disease, since the mid-1970s.2
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